Common Name: Aquilegia William Guinness, Columbine, “Magpie”.
Scientific Name: Aquilegia vulgaris
Physical Attributes: A striking herbaceous perennial known for its distinctive, deeply pigmented bicolored blooms and delicate, fern-like foliage.
Uses: Cut flower, pots, containers, borders and beds.
Life Cycle: Perennial
Growing Height: 60 –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 – 90 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 William Guinness – 25 seeds
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$5.95
Ah, Aquilegia ‘William Guinness’ is a truly distinguished old-fashioned treasure, the sort of flower one imagines gracing the borders of a well-loved cottage garden for generations. Its elegant nodding blooms are clothed in the richest velvety maroon, almost black in certain lights, beautifully contrasted by crisp white centres. Each flower hangs like a delicate bonnet upon slender stems, dancing gently in the breeze above soft, fern-like foliage.
A favourite of bees and gardeners alike, William Guinness brings a touch of quiet sophistication to the late spring and early summer garden. It mingles wonderfully amongst roses, foxgloves and hardy geraniums, lending depth and contrast to softer pastel companions. Though refined in appearance, it is a remarkably accommodating plant, content in sun or partial shade and often obliging with self-sown seedlings that pop up in charming and unexpected places.
There is something delightfully timeless about this aquilegia. It does not shout for attention, but rather rewards the observant gardener with its intricate beauty and graceful manner. A most worthy addition to any garden that values elegance, character and a little touch of old-world enchantment.
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