Wild Columbine (Aquilegia Canadensis) is a perennial herb in the Ranunculaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade or dappled_shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets. It can be grown indoors.

Aquilegia canadensis is a perennial wildflower native to North America, recognized for its nodding, red and yellow flowers with distinctive spurs.

Wild Columbine

Wild Columbine

Aquilegia Canadensis

Aquilegia canadensis is a perennial wildflower native to North America, recognized for its nodding, red and yellow flowers with distinctive spurs.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade, dappled_shade
Hardiness Zones
3-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
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Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, rocky
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attraction, naturalizing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Wild Columbine

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Prune
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Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Ranunculaceae
Genus:Aquilegia