aquilegia plants - A Selection

While perfectly at home in cottage garden borders and woodland settings, these blooms also unveil their versatile nature. Plucked for indoor displays, they bring the elegance of nature indoors, adorning your home with their delicate allure. As a cherished presence in cottage gardens, wildlife-friendly spaces, and cut flower gardens, Aquilegia 'Mrs Scott-Elliott' enchants with its enduring charm. With a height of 60cm (24") and spread of 40cm (16"), these blooms swiftly naturalize, forming a

General description Also known as Columbine or Granny's Bonnet, Aquilegia vulgaris 'Miss M.I. Huish' is a stunning variety that produces tight clusters of deep violet flowers, reminiscent of Clematis blooms. These vibrant flowers atop tall, sturdy stems are sure to make an impact in any garden. This variety is easy to grow and requires very little maintenance, making it suitable for all gardeners. For a spectacular floral display, consider pairing it with bright whites or pale greens for an

Unusually colourful flowers

This compact hardy perennial is a much loved cottage garden variety that is perfect for smaller growing spaces, the front of borders and pots. Aquilegia ?Earlybird? Purple Blue? boasts an abundance of pretty bicoloured flowers in lilac-blue and purple which appear upon short stems, above a tidy mound of eye-catching lobed foliage. The graceful looking blooms make a wonderful cut flower where you can really appreciate their charm up close. This dwarf columbine will be happiest in a semi-shaded

Mrs Scott-Elliott' is a particularly attractive form of Aquilegia which is suited perfectly for use in cottage gardens and even in woodland planting schemes. The blooms are dignified and elegant and they appear in spring and early summer, held on tall, slender stems. These wonderful Columbines will self-seed and therefore naturalise to form a pastel collection of subtle colours which look stunning in every garden setting. Height: 60cm (24). Spread: 40cm (16).

From May to July, this fascinating columbine blooms with lengthy spurs that perch on tall, slender stems and make wonderful cut flowers. Aquilegia chrysantha 'Yellow Star' is a wonderful addition to borders, woodland areas, and wildlife gardens, where it'll entice a plethora of pollinating insects. It distinguishes itself from other cultivars by having yellow flowers, which are unusual among Aquilegias. This enchanting cottage garden perennial is also low-maintenance and simple to grow. Height:

A hardy perennial, flowers the year after sowing Features: Striking long spurred blooms year after year Early summer ‘Cottage Garden’ favourite The trimming back of dead stems after flowering will encourage the plants to remain as a compact clump Specifications: Dimensions: H:0.2 x W:14.5 x D:7.5 cm Weight: 0.0 kg Material: Paper And Foil Model Number: 44929

Sumptuous dark purple, double flowers

A cottage garden classic, these delightful aquilegia flowers of up to 7.5cm (3) wide create a bright and uplifting display of vibrant, long-spurred blooms. Aquilegia ?McKana Hybrids? are perfect for borders and shady woodland edges, and make exciting cut flowers for a vase indoors.

Aquilegia 'Winky Double Rose White' is a stunning variety that brings a touch of elegance and charm to any garden. Known for its striking, double blooms, this cultivar features beautiful rose-pink petals with a contrasting white center, creating a delicate yet vibrant display. The unique, star-shaped flowers stand tall on sturdy stems, making it a fantastic choice for borders, cottage gardens, or mixed plantings. This compact columbine grows well in partial shade and well-drained soil,

Aquilegia flabellata var. pumila 'Atlantis' is a charming plant that enhances any garden with its exquisite beauty while also drawing in pollinators. Its small stature and lovely blooms make it a flexible option for a variety of garden environments. This perennial is not only visually appealing but also plays a role in supporting local wildlife, making it a wonderful choice for eco-conscious gardeners.Standing at a height and spread of 30cm, this compact, clump-forming perennial boasts a bushy

Discover the enchanting beauty of Aquilegia Alpina, a hardy perennial known for its delicate, nodding blooms that grace gardens with elegance in late spring. This alpine species, originating from the Swiss Alps, boasts a carefree habit, making it perfect for rockeries, alpine gardens, and borders. The blooms, resembling blue bonnets, add a touch of whimsy to any landscape.Aquilegia Alpina is a variable species, sometimes displaying striking blue and white bicolour flowers that stand out against

This reliable little perennial brings cottage garden charm to herbaceous borders with a cheery display of late spring blooms. Skyward-facing, purple and white flowers are borne in clusters upon slender, upright stems.

Pillar-box red and dazzling-white bicolour blooms will add a splash of colour to late spring borders. Aquilegia 'Red Star' produces showy clusters of spurred flowers upon its slender, upright stems.