Alpine Columbine Blue – Seeds (Aquilegia alpina)

Alpine Columbine Blue (Aquilegia alpina) is a hardy perennial prized for its striking, deep blue, spurred flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. Compact and elegant, this alpine variety is perfect for rock gardens, borders, and alpine-style beds. Easy to grow and long-lived, it attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, adding beauty and ecological value to your garden.

Why Grow "Alpine Columbine Blue"

• Stunning deep blue, spurred flowers

• Long-lasting blooms from late spring to early summer

• Hardy, compact, and low-maintenance

• Pollinator-friendly and perfect for alpine gardens

Key Features

• Type: Perennial (Aquilegia alpina)

• Height: 30–40 cm

• Flowering: Late spring to early summer

• Position: Full sun to partial shade

• Uses: Rock gardens, borders, alpine-style beds, pollinator gardens

Ideal For

• Alpine and rock gardens

• Borders and compact perennial beds

• Pollinator-friendly planting schemes

• Adding early summer color

Sowing & Growing

• Sow indoors: February–April in trays or pots

• Germination: 14–21 days at 15–20°C

• Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart

• Prefers well-drained soil in sun to partial shade

• Mulch in winter for protection in colder regions