Aquilegia chrysantha |
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Golden Columbine |
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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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
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
Sun
Half, Shade
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Meadow, Water Garden, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.