Aquilegia hybrid 'Earlybird Purple Blue'
Columbine
![Aquilegia hybrid 'Earlybird Purple Blue' Columbine from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-3684.jpg)
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- Large, blue and purple flowers
- Compact Short stems
- Blooms late spring early summer
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Cut Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-109.png)
Cut Flower/ Foliage
![Mass Planting](image/chars/char-29.png)
Mass Planting
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Grows easily in well drained, average to rich soil. Grow in full to part sun. Light shade wil prolong flowering time. Columbine prefers not to be divided.
Height: 9-11 in
Spacing: 8-9 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Blue, Purple
Zone: 3-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Container
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Spring Bloomer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Hummingbirds
- Attracts Butterflies