Colorado Blue Columbine

Aquilegia coerulea

Also known as Rocky Mountain columbine, this iconic mountain wildflower will grow best at higher elevations (such as 7000 feet and up) in part shade. If growing at a lower elevation it will appreciate moist soils and either full shade or afternoon shade. Rate of growth is slow to moderate, but its delicate foliage and showy blue and white flowers are worth the wait. Attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and moths.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to CO and the intermountain west
Height: 1-3′
Spacing: 1-1.5′
Water Needs: High-Moderate
Soil: Rocky, sandy, or loamy.
Sunlight: Full shade or part shade.
Bloom Time: May-June
USDA Zone: 3-9
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.

Image Credit:
Colorado blue columbine, Aquilegia coerulea var. coerulea, with a morning visitor (23193233013).jpg | Jim Morefield | Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 2.0