Alpine Columbine

Description

Alpine Columbine is a charming and resilient perennial that thrives in cooler, high-altitude regions, making it an ideal choice for mountain gardens, rockeries, and other challenging environments. Known for its delicate, bell-shaped blooms in shades of blue, purple, white, and yellow, this columbine adds a touch of natural beauty to any landscape. Its low-growing, compact habit makes it perfect for borders, ground covers, or as part of a wildflower garden.

Features:

• Delicate, Bell-Shaped Blooms: Expect beautiful flowers in shades of blue, purple, white, and yellow with distinctive spurs, creating an enchanting display.
• Cold-Hardy: Adapted for alpine environments, this plant thrives in cooler temperatures and is well-suited to higher altitudes.
• Compact Growth: With a low-growing and spreading habit, Alpine Columbine works wonderfully in rock gardens, alpine beds, or as a ground cover.
• Pollinator-Friendly: The nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for a wildlife-friendly garden.
• Graceful Foliage: The deeply cut, soft green foliage provides a lovely backdrop to the delicate flowers, adding texture and color throughout the growing season.
• Low Maintenance: This variety is hardy and easy to grow, requiring minimal care once established, and is tolerant of a range of soil types.

Specifications:

• Plant Type: Perennial
• Height: 6–12 inches (15–30 cm)
• Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer
• Soil: Well-drained, slightly acidic soil
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Planting Depth: 1/4 inch (0.5 cm)
• Hardiness Zone: 3–7

Planting Instructions:

1. Choose a site with well-drained, slightly acidic soil in a location that receives full sun to partial shade.
2. Plant seeds 1/4 inch deep, spacing them 8–12 inches apart to allow room for growth and good air circulation.
3. Water gently after planting, keeping the soil moist but not soggy, and ensure the plant is in a location with good drainage.
4. Once established, Alpine Columbine is drought-tolerant but benefits from occasional watering during dry spells.
5. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowers and cut back foliage in fall to keep the plant tidy.