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A firm favorite of gardeners, Columbine or Granny’s Bonnet as they are affectionately known, is a low-maintenance perennial that flowers in spring. The Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine, as its name suggests, displays deep red and yellow blooms from spring until early summer. Botanically named Aquilegia Earlybird™ Red Yellow, this perennial forms a soft mound of delicate, green foliage, which its blooms grow upon.
Loved by pollinators and resisted by deer and rabbits, this plant truly is a winner. Native to the Northern hemisphere, this perennial will die back later in the season to reappear the following spring. Perfectly suited for cottage, informal or woodland planting schemes, this Earlybird™ can be grown in containers or directly in the ground.
Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine Care
As a woodland plant, aquilegias are best grown in partial or dappled shade. Although relatively unfussy, columbines prefer neutral and moist, but free-draining soil to thrive. If grown on fertile soil, columbines do not require supplementary fertilizing. However, if growing Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine in relatively poor soil, a monthly, balanced liquid feed can be beneficial. Applying a layer of garden compost or other organic matter in spring will help keep the soil moist and keep any weeds at bay.
After flowering, the faded blooms can be left to provide interesting seed heads or deadheaded. In spring, any dead or damaged foliage can be removed from the base of the plant for new growth to take its place. The sap of columbines can be an irritant, and thus gloves are advisable when handling this plant.
Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine Spacing
The Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine grows to a height of 9-11 inches by 8-12 inches wide. If planting more than one of these stunning perennials, a spacing of 10-12 inches between plants is recommended.
Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine Information
| USDA Hardiness Zones: 3 - 9 |
| Plant Type: Perennials |
| Light Exposure: Full Shade to Partial Shade (0 - 4 Hours Of Direct Sunlight) |
| Mature Height: 9 - 12 Inches |
| Mature Spread: 9 - 12 Inches |
| Spacing: 8 - 12 Inches |
| Habit: Mounded, Upright |
| Flower Color(s): Red, 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: Salt |
| Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Container Role: Filler |
| Uses: Borders, Containers, Mass Planting, Wildlife Gardens |
| Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance |
| Brand: |
| Common Name: Earlybird™ Red Yellow Columbine |
| Other Name(s): |
| Scientific Name: Aquilegia EARLYBIRD™ Red Yellow |
- SKU:
- 1231015068-pc
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.
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
2.5 Quart Pot
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 8"-12"
Pot Size:
~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
Volume:
2.20-2.30 quarts
Also Known As:
#1 Container
1 Gallon
Plant Age:
~ 1 - 2 years old
Plant Size:
~ 10"-14"
Pot Size:
~ 7"H x 7.75"W
Volume:
2.26-3.73 quarts
Also Known 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
Also Known 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
Also Known As:
#5 Container
5 Gallon
Plant Age:
~3-4 years old
Plant Size:
~ 20" - 60"
Pot Size:
~11" H x 10 1/2” W
Volume:
3.5 - 4 gallons
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Pre-ordered plants are scheduled to ship in Spring 2025. We carefully plan our shipping dates based on your USDA Plant Hardiness Zone to ensure optimal planting conditions upon arrival. Want it sooner/later? Reach out, and we'll try our best to accommodate.
Estimated ship week for pre-ordered plants will ship based on growing zones as shown below.
| Growing Zone | Estimated Ship Week |
|---|---|
| Zone 10 | March 31th |
| Zone 9 | March 31st |
| Zone 8 | April 7th |
| Zone 7 | April 14th |
| Zone 6b | April 21st |
| Zone 6a | April 28th |
| Zone 5b | May 5th |
| Zone 5a | May 12th |
| Zone 4 | May 19th |
| Zone 3 | May 26th |
Note: These are only estimated ship dates. Plants may ship out later depending on weather & growing conditions of the plant.
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Plants that are currently in stock typically ship within 2-7 business days after your order is placed.
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This plant cannot be shipped to the following states: Idaho, AK, HI. These restrictions apply only to this specific plant due to agricultural regulations or other limitations. Other plants may still be available for shipping to these states.
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