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Columbine (Aquilegia)

My first memories of Columbine was as a young girl. They were these "really neat" looking flowers that my best friends mom had growing in her garden. At the time, I wasn't interested in their name; however, as I was growing up, no matter where I saw these beautiful flowers nodding at me, I would be transported back in time.

Columbine now grows in several areas of our garden. It's tall gracefull lines have been incorporated into beds that are south facing full sun, east facing morning and full sun and even in a corner of our north facing shade garden.

The spur is thougt to be where the Columbine takes its Latin name from. The Latin, aquila, meaning eagle implys the similarity between the spur and the eagle talon.

Typically, Columbine will flourish in Zones 3 to 10. They prosper in the wild and can be seen in the mountains, along roads and in gardens everywhere. Columbine is easily grown from seed or purchased commercially at a green house. It should be noted that they will also readilly re-seed themselves in your garden if left alone or, you can gather their seeds for future propagation.

If you plan to include Columbine in your garden beds it helps to do a little research on the plants you are going to use. These plants grow from 1 1/2 to 4 feet in height and may have blossoms that are 2 to 4 inches in width with a possible "spur" lenghth of 6 inches. Columbine come in a variety of colors and are considered a perennial even though one plant may not live more than three seasons. There are many hybreds on the market; however, my all time favorite that holds the fondest memories is Rocky Mountain Columbine.

NOTE: If your space outside isn't big enough to include these beautiful flowers, select from some of our products to bring them indoors.

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Columbine No. 2
Steven N. Meyers
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Columbine Sundial Birdbath - VG Our Comunbine Sundial/Birdbath really adds tradditional elegance to your outdoor decor! Inscription reads: "Amidst the flowers, I tell the hours." Verdigris version shown.

Columbine Nature Hook Scroll adorned nature hook, perfect for hanging bird feeders and floral displays. Adds a unique look of distinction to your garden and patio design. Shown here in Verdigris it is also available in French Bronze. 16 inches by 17 inches. Please make your selection.

Columbine, Swarovski Part No. 7400 200 000 - 003 0242 032 - Swarovski Secondary Market 17795 Item # 17795 Includes Box. Includes Certificate.

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The Pride Of Colorado - Country Artists 85028 Item # 85028 "The columbine, Colorado's state flower is outlined on this state boot. The year of statehood, 1876, is also on this boot positioned right below the state flag."

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