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Arizona Columbine

Aquilegia desertorum

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• Aquilegia desertorum (Arizona Columbine) is a native western favorite with its profusion of small, bright orange and yellow flowers
• Its compact size and vibrant colors add a splash of color to dry shade gardens and patios
• Long blooming flowers provide essential natural nectar to hummingbirds, hawk moths, and other beneficial insects

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Description

18" tall x 15" wide (seed propagated). Arizona Columbine is a favorite around here with its profusion of small bright orange-yellow flowers. The amount of orange in the outer petals is variable. Even the dry, hot summer weather didn't shorten the 3-month blooming season. Like Golden Spur Columbine, Arizona Columbine comes down from the mountains into the middle elevations of Coconino Co. in north central Arizona and is more amenable to non-mountain climates. Shade is a must in hot desert climates.

Planting & Care

Growing Aquilegia (Columbine)
Aquilegia (Columbine) are native, shade loving perennials that provide ample nectar for hummingbirds. They are resistant to browsing rabbits and deer.

  • These perennials grow best in compost enriched garden loam and dislike clay.
  • Should be mulched in dry climates with most types of common mulch materials.
  • Prefer regular watering to keep the soil moderately moist, but too much water makes them floppy.
  • Plant in part sun (morning sun/afternoon shade) or dappled shade, although at high elevation (above 7,000 ft.) they will do fine in full sun with regular irrigation. Aquilegia chrysantha and A. desertorum are the most sun tolerant.
  • Prepare the soil with good quality compost (not bagged manure, it’s too salty) and Yum Yum Mix.

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Advantages
  • Bee Friendly
  • Attracts Hummingbirds
  • Attracts Birds
  • Native
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Naturalizes
  • Cut Flowers
  • Container Planting
  • Deer Resistant
  • Rabbit Resistant
Light Requirements
  • Morning Sun & Afternoon Shade
  • Full Sun
Bloom Time
Summer

Additional information

Planting Time
  • Spring / Summer
Soil Moisture
  • Average
Soil Type
  • Compost Enriched Garden Loam Soil
Mature Height
18" tall
Mature Spread
15" wide
Growing Zones
  • Zone 5
  • Zone 6
  • Zone 7
  • Zone 8
Ideal Region
  • Pacific Northwest
  • Southwest
  • West
  • Western Only
Special Groups
  • High Country Gardens Introduction
Non-GMO
No
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Potted Plant
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