Aquilegia chrysantha

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Plant photo of: Aquilegia chrysantha
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Steve Jacobs/MSN

 

Description

This perennial will grow 3-4' tall and 1-2' wide. It has small green leaves with yellow flowers that bloom in the spring. Tolerant of most soils as long as they are well drained.Does best in shady locations in the desert.

 

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Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.