Plant Profile

Plant Profile

Aquilegia formosa
western columbine

  • aquilegiaformosa

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Plant Facts & Observations

Identification

Botanical Name

 Aquilegia formosa

Common Name

 western columbine

Origin

 California Native

Characteristics

Plant Type

 Perennial

Growth Rate

 Moderate growth rate

Mature Size

 2' tall × 2' wide

Flower Color

 Orange / Yellow

Blooming Season

 Flowers Spring / Summer

Foliage

 Semi-deciduous

Wildlife Value

 Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Songbirds

Climactic Requirements

Light

 Filtered Sun / Part Shade / Shade / Full sun on coast / afternoon shade inland

Water

 Drought Tolerant / Occasional
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