The sweet-scented columbine typically starts flowering in April.
sweet-scented columbine
Aquilegia fragrans
The sweet-scented columbine (Aquilegia fragrans) is a truly amazing plant. Its colorful blooms of yellow, pink, and white add a bright touch to any garden, while its sweet aroma will fill the air with a delightful scent. The plant produces frilly but sturdy petals, providing an attractive accent to flower beds and borders. Best of all, it is relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for novice gardeners. Furthermore, its lovely blooms attract pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds, adding even more charm to any garden. A truly eye-catching and fragrant plant, the sweet-scented columbine is a unique and delightful addition to any landscape.
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Creamy yellow and white Flowers
Sun:
Full sun,part shade
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Moderate
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Sweet-scented columbine should be kept evenly moist. The soil should be allowed to dry out slightly between watering, but the plant should not be allowed to become completely dry. Water thoroughly when the soil feels dry about 1 inch below the surface, usually every 7-10 days during the growing season and every 10-14 days during winter.
sunlight
Sweet-scented columbine prefers full or partial sun. When grown in full sun, the plant should be given at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day, with the greatest intensity of light during the morning. When grown in partial shade, 4-5 hours of direct sun per day works best, with shade mainly during the hottest part of the day. Both too little and too much sunlight can cause the blossoms to fade prematurely.
pruning
Pruning sweet-scented columbine (Aquilegia fragrans) is best done the last week of April, and then again in the first week of August. The best time to prune is before the plant begins to get crowded. Pruning is important to keep the plant tidy, as well as to encourage new growth and flowering. When pruning, it's best to use sharp pruning shears or kitchen scissors and clip the stem just below the flower head. By doing this the stem will not produce new leaves or flowers. Pruning should be done sparingly, only removing the oldest, tallest stems, those with dead flowers and those that are protruding outside of the planting area.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
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Aug
Starts Flowering
