Columbine 'Dragon Fly Mix'(common name)

Plant family: Ranunculaceae

Genus: Aquilegia

Species: Vulgaris 

 200 mg packet

Plant type: Perennial

Colors: Pink, Red, Yellow, Blue, White

Bloom time: Mid Spring - Late Summer

Texture: Fine

Growth rate: Medium

Height: 18" - 24"

Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil needs: Moderately fertile, well drained, rich soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.0.

Care: Plant established plants 12" - 15" apart.  Deadhead to keep plant clean and prevent self seeding and assist with reblooming.  Apply slow release plant food or water soluble every 3 weeks.  Cease feeding 6 - 8 weeks prior to first frost.  Cut to ground in late fall after frost.

Pests and diseases:  Leaf miners.

Good companions: Hosta, Lady's mantle, Siberian bugluss

Propagation: Stratify if sown indoors 6 - 8 weeks.  Direct sow in fall.  Surface sow- do not cover.