Aquilegia caerulea Seeds (Yellow Star Columbine)
Yellow star columbine (Aquilegia caerulea), also known as Rocky Mountain columbine, is a beautiful perennial plant native to the western regions of North America. With distinctive yellow flowers adorned by white star-shaped petals, it adds a graceful touch to any garden. This species grows up to 12-24 inches tall and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3 to 8. To propagate Yellow star columbine, one can collect and sow Aquilegia caerulea seeds in a well-draining soil mixture. Given its striking appearance and adaptability, this species is a favorite among gardeners seeking to enhance their landscapes with native plants.
Growing Aquilegia caerulea from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Medium
- Sunlight: Medium Sun
- Suitable climates: Humid Continental, Subarctic, Tundra
- Where to grow: Indoor & Outdoors
- Flower color: Yellow
Germinating Yellow Star Columbine Flower Seeds
To germinate Aquilegia caerulea, start by chilling the seeds in the refrigerator for three weeks. Then, sow the seeds on well-drained soil, cover lightly with a thin layer of soil, and keep them moist in a warm location.
We source all of our Aquilegia caerulea seeds from a small greenhouse facility based in southeastern Maine and store them in a dark, temperature-controlled environment before shipment. You’ll find that our fresh Yellow Star Columbine seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing Yellow Star Columbine seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Aquilegia caerulea seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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