aquilegia plants - A Selection

Grow what is possibly the most beautiful Aquilegia of all! This glorious Granny’s Bonnet boasts light to deep blue and white flowers measuring 2-3 inches across. Awarded an RHS Award of Garden Merit, this is an excellent border perennial that blooms for several weeks and will grow in sun or light shade. Enjoy the nodding blooms from May to July each year and use some as cut flowers for the home. Sow spring to mid-summer in a free draining seed compost just covering the seed with compost.

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 reliable hardy perennial which is guaranteed to brighten up herbaceous borders and cottage gardens from May to July. Aquilegia 'White Star' produces dazzling white star-shaped blooms which burst into colour above slim, erect stems. This beautiful Columbine is a robust variety which will happily spread its seed to reappear year after year. Adored by garden pollinators and looks superb in a cut flower vase display! Height: 90cm (36). Spread: 45cm (18).

A host of starry blooms to brighten borders in late spring! With its bicolour, red and white flowers there?s no missing this showy Columbine! Aquilegia 'Crimson Star' is reliable and trouble-free.

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,

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:

The striking purple-black bonnet-like petals of Aquilegia ‘William Guiness’ are contrasted with stark white corolla; providing colour and interest in early summer and filling the seasonal gap in your displays whilst the last of the spring bulbs die back and the summer blooms. Its nectar-filled blooms are loved by bees and are carried on wiry stems above pretty fern-like foliage. This classic cottage garden hardy perennial does well in full sun but is just as happy in shady borders. This

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 ?McKana Hybrids? is a staple for any cottage garden! This beautiful hardy perennial produces colourful blooms of up to 7.5cm (3) across to create a showy display from May to July. A simple to grow and self-seeding variety which will create colour combinations each year. Aquilegia ?McKana Hybrids? is ideal for woodland areas and garden borders as well as making superb cut flowers for an indoor bouquet. Height: 75cm (30). Spread: 60cm (24).

This compact, well-formed Aquilegia blooms in vibrant red and yellow hues during June and July. Perfect for borders, containers, or pots, it also makes an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and adaptable to a variety of soil types, it becomes drought-tolerant once established and is highly attractive to pollinators.

‘Magpie’ is a truly unique aquilegia due to the dark and mysterious, yet elegant blooms that will grace your garden from late April to early August! These magnificent purple-black blooms will appear above fern-like foliage, complimented by a creamy white corolla. If you are looking to add an unusual and classy addition to your cottage garden or woodland area, then look no further – This variety can also be cut for indoor arrangements. Sow aquilegia seeds from February to June or September

This compact, well-formed Aquilegia blooms in vibrant red and yellow hues during June and July. Perfect for borders, containers, or pots, it also makes an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements. Thriving in full sun to partial shade and adaptable to a variety of soil types, it becomes drought-tolerant once established and is highly attractive to pollinators.

Aquilegia Red Dream Rising above delicate foliage is stunning red and white blooms. Differs from Aquilegia 'Red Hobbit' with slightly taller flower stems. Absolutely adored by pollinating insects and planted In masse it creates a wonderful spectacle. Also as effective as a cut flower. Height Up To 70cm (28in) Spread Up To 45cm (18in).

Aquilegia caerulea 'Mrs Scott-Elliott' is a lovely choice for spring colour, adding cottage garden charm to garden borders with nodding blooms in a range of pretty colours. Also known as Columbine or Granny's Bonnet, this hardy perennial is quick to naturalise and spread. A great way to achieve a relaxed cottage garden look in borders, plants will thrive in sun or partial shade and are great for woodland planting schemes. The blooms are borne on tall and wiry stems, making lovely cut flowers

With star-shaped blooms in a range of stunning shades, Aquilegia 'Dragonfly' is one of the most charming mixes available. The bicolour, pastel flowers sit gracefully atop slender, upright stems, creating a light and carefree display in late spring. This dependable perennial forms a delicate clump of finely textured foliage, making it ideal for adding a soft touch to the front of borders. As with all Aquilegia, it self-seeds naturally, filling in gaps year after year without becoming invasive.