• Close-up of a Blue Columbine flower with delicate pale blue and cream-colored petals, a soft yellow center, and long spurred petals. The intricate structure and subtle color gradients highlight the beauty of this native wildflower.
  • A group of Blue Columbine plants growing in a forest setting, with tall, slender stems bearing multiple blue and cream flowers. The surrounding green foliage and dappled sunlight create a natural woodland scene.
  • A Blue Columbine plant growing against a moss-covered rock, its delicate nodding flowers gracefully hanging from slender stems. The bright green foliage contrasts with the shaded woodland background, emphasizing its natural habitat.
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Aquilegia brevista - Blue Columbine

Aquilegia brevista - Blue Columbine

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Blue Columbine is a striking perennial known for its nodding, blue and white, spurred flowers that bloom from late spring to early summer. Its delicate, fern-like foliage provides soft texture and contrast in woodland gardens, shaded borders, and alpine meadows. The nectar-rich flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds, native bees, and butterflies, offering an important food source in cooler, high-elevation environments.

Thriving in well-drained soils, Blue Columbine is well-suited to rocky, nutrient-poor sites and cooler climates. It performs beautifully in naturalized plantings, cottage gardens, and pollinator-friendly designs in both urban and rural landscapes. Its toxicity and bitter compounds deter browsing by herbivores.

Bloom Times & Plant Sizes

Important Information - The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom.  The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. - Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 10

Light Conditions

  • Part Shade
  • Shade
  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Well Drained
  • Moist
  • Gravelly

Height

  • 12" - 24"

Width

  • 12" - 24"

Bloom Colour

  • Blue

Month of Bloom

  • May
  • June
  • July
  • August

Vigorousness

  • Moderate
  • Fast

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Birds
  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Fall Color
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties
  • Toxic or Posionous Parts
  • Good in Containers

Chinook Exposure

  • Moderate

Distribution Info

Native to Canada, Blue Columbine is found from BC to ON, and up north in YT, NT and NU, and it's range extends across the western mountains of North America. This species typically inhabits moist environments such as coniferous forests, meadows, and riverbanks, often associated with calcareous substrates.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

⚠️ Toxicity Note: Ingesting moderate to large amounts of Aquilegia species can lead to nausea, diarrhea, and other symptoms of poisoning.