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Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine

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$36.49
This product does not ship to: AZ, CA, ID, MT, NV, OR, UT, WA
  • Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
  • Mature Height 9 - 11 Inches
  • Mature Spread 8 - 12 Inches
  • Growing Zones 3 - 9

Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine (Aquilegia chrysantha 'Earlybird Purple Yellow') is a variety of columbine that is known for its bright purple and yellow flowers. It is a popular choice for gardens due to its striking color combination and ability to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. In terms of growth habit, Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine is an herbaceous perennial plant that grows to be about 9 to 11 inches tall and 8 to 12 inches wide. It has upright stems with delicate, long-spurred flowers that bloom in the spring and early summer.

Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine is generally resistant to diseases but can develop fungal infections if the soil is overly wet or the plant is too crowded. This plant is generally deer resistant, but this can vary depending on the individual plant and the deer population in the area. It is also generally drought tolerant, but will perform best with regular watering. This columbine works wonderfully in a woodland garden, cottage garden, perennial border, or rock garden.

Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine Care

This perennial prefers rich, well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. Water your columbine regularly, keeping the soil evenly moist but not soggy. Fertilize the plant once in the spring with a balanced fertilizer to promote healthy growth. Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine is well suited to growing in containers. Be sure to use a well-draining potting mix and water the plant when the top layer of soil dries out. Place the container in a sunny location, but protect the plant from hot afternoon sun and drying winds.

To encourage new growth and maintain a neat appearance, regularly prune Earlybird™ by deadheading spent flowers and trimming back overgrown or leggy stems. Deadheading also prevents this plant from self-seeding. Cut the spent growth to the ground in early spring.

Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine Spacing

When planting this columbine in a garden bed, space the plants about 12 to 18 inches apart to allow for proper growth. If planting in a container, choose a pot at least 12 inches in diameter to provide enough room for the plant to grow.

Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9
Plant Type: Perennials
Light Exposure: Partial Shade to Full Sun (At Least 3 Hours Of Direct Sunlight)
Mature Height: 9 - 11 Inches
Mature Spread: 8 - 12 Inches
Spacing: 12 - 18 Inches
Habit: Mounded
Flower Color(s): Purple, Yellow
Flower Description:
Bloom Period: Early Spring Through Summer
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Foliage Description:
Seasonal Interest: Spring Flowering, Summer Flowering
Watering: Average
Resists: Deer, Rabbit
Tolerates: N/A
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Container Role:
Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance
Brand:
Common Name: Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine
Other Name(s): Earlybird™ Purple Yellow Columbine
Scientific Name: Aquilegia EARLYBIRD™ Purple Yellow
SKU:
1231015066-pc

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.