Aquilegia vulgaris Seeds (William Guinness Columbine)
William Guiness Purple columbine (Aquilegia vulgaris), also known as European columbine or Granny’s bonnet, is a charming perennial plant that belongs to the Ranunculaceae family. With its distinct bell-shaped flowers and vibrant purple exteriors and white interiors, it adds beauty to any garden. This plant typically reaches a height of 1-3 feet and features delicate, lobed leaves. The Purple columbine thrives in USDA hardiness zones 3-8, where it can be grown from Aquilegia vulgaris seeds. Its graceful appearance, coupled with its adaptability to different environments, make it a popular choice among garden enthusiasts.
Growing Aquilegia vulgaris from Seed
- Growth cycle: Perennial
- Watering: Medium
- Sunlight: Medium Sun
- Suitable climates: Arid, Highland, Humid Continental, Humid Subtropical, Marine West Coast, Mediterranean, Subarctic, Tundra
- Where to grow: Outdoors
- Flower color: Purple
Germinating William Guinness Columbine Flower Seeds
To germinate Aquilegia vulgaris, soak the seeds in water for 24 hours before sowing them in a pot filled with moist, well-draining soil. Keep the pot in a cool location and ensure regular watering to promote germination.
We source all of our Aquilegia vulgaris 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 William Guinness Columbine seeds are much easier to germinate than the mass-produced packets of flower seeds found in stores! If you have any trouble growing William Guinness Columbine seeds, we’re happy to send you additional gardening tips. In the (unlikely) event that your Aquilegia vulgaris seeds do not germinate at all, we’ll give you a full refund, no questions asked.
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