Akaly, Canadian Columbine

Delicate pale red and yellow lanterns hang in low drifts from May to July, over little mounds of green fern-like foliage. The flowers are extremely attractive to bees and other beneficial pollinators making it perfect for the wildlife garden. Aquilegia canadensis is a lightly fragrant, sun-loving dwarf variety from Canada. A low maintenance perennial with a tolerance for dry soil, it will sit happily in a rock garden or dry bank, although it will grow almost anywhere with some sun. Due to its compact habit, Canadian Columbine looks fabulous in containers. Excellent choice for cut flowers.

Site: Tolerant of exposure
Soil: Moist, but well-drained, loam, clay, chalk, sand
Position: Full sun, partial shade
Season of Interest: Pale red and yellow flowers from May to late July
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height: 2ft (0.6m) Spread: 1ft (0.3m)