Common Name: Aquilegia Black Barlow, Columbine, Granny’s Bonnet.
Scientific Name: Aquilegia caerulea
Physical Attributes: Deep mahogany double flowers bloom in star-like fashion on delicate stems. The flower produces backwards pointing spurs.
Uses: Cut flower, pots, containers, borders and beds.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Growing Height: 90cm
Attracts: Butterflies.
When to Sow: Spring – Autumn
Sowing Depth: Surface sow/barely cover.
Sow Spacing: 30 – 40cm
Sowing Method: Sow on the surface of moist seed raising mix. Do not water from above, place container into shallow bath and let it drain off.
Position: Full sun – part shade.
Germination Time: 21 – 28 days
Maintenance: Deadhead blooms to encourage more growth. Will self sow happily, so leave some flowers to seed if you wish for it to keep blooming and return the following year.
Seeds Per Packet: 25
Aquilegia Black Barlow — 25 Seeds
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Sharp, classy, and easy on the eye, Aquilegia Black Barlow is just like a lovely slice of dark chocolate, rich and always a treat. The star-like flowers bloom in style atop narrow and delicate stems, creating an elegant dance when the breeze rolls through, and with their frost tolerance and full sun preference, you’ll find they’re hardy and easy to care for all season long. Quick to self-seed, these blooms pack a punch in bouquets and will happily bloom wherever you let them, a treasure to behold.
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