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Columbine Mix

Columbine Mix

(Aquilegia formosa)

$4.76 CAD
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weight: 1g or 0.1oz ≈ 120 seeds

- North American Native
- Beautiful perennial with bright, multi-coloured blooms
- Grows tall on slender stems and attracts hummingbirds
- Readily self-seeds for long-lasting garden presence
- Flowers appear in the second year when grown from seed

Growing Information

About Columbine Mix

Columbine (Aquilegia spp.) is a striking perennial flower that adds elegance and charm to any garden. With its delicate, nodding blooms in a wide range of colours, this mix provides a dynamic display each spring and early summer. The tall, airy stems and uniquely spurred flowers make it a favourite among gardeners and pollinators alike.

These hardy plants self-seed easily, ensuring a continuous presence in garden beds, borders, and wildflower meadows. When grown from seed, columbines take two years to bloom, rewarding patience with spectacular floral displays that attract hummingbirds and beneficial insects.

Where Can You Grow Columbine Mix?

Columbine thrives in Zones 3-9, preferring full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is well-suited to woodland gardens, perennial flower beds, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

History and Historical Uses

Native to North America, Europe, and Asia, columbines have been cultivated for centuries for their ornamental beauty and ecological benefits. Traditionally, they have been associated with wildflower meadows and cottage gardens, where they provide an important nectar source for hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.

Canadian Zone Information

Zones 8-9: Direct sow in autumn or early spring for early blooms.
Zones 5-7: Start seeds indoors in late winter or direct sow in spring after the last frost.
Zones 3-4: Direct sow in spring or mulch plants heavily to protect roots over winter.

How to Grow and Harvest Columbine Mix

  1. Planting: Sow seeds 3mm (1/8in) deep, spacing plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart.
  2. Watering: Keep soil evenly moist until plants establish, then reduce watering.
  3. Flowering: Plants bloom in their second year, after establishing strong root systems.
  4. Maintenance: Allow some flowers to self-seed naturally for long-term blooms.

Seed Saving Tips for Future Supply

  1. Allow to Flower and Seed: Leave some flower heads to fully mature and dry on the plant.
  2. Harvest Seeds: Once seed pods dry and turn brown, collect them before they release seeds naturally.
  3. Dry and Clean: Remove seeds from pods and spread them on a towel to dry completely.
  4. Store: Store dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Properly stored seeds remain viable for up to 3 years.

Certified Organic By

Islands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)

Growing Summary
Common Name Columbine Mix
Scientific Name Aquilegia formosa
Seed Count 120
Metric Weight 1 g
Imperial Weight 0.1 oz
Height 0.6-1m (2-3ft)
Spread 0.3-0.6m (1-2ft)
Canadian Zone Information 3-9
Growing Difficulty Easy
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Jeanette
Colorado Columbines my experiences

All the seeds sprouted just waiting for the flowers.
Soon from the looks of things.
Learned about columbines riding above the tree line in the Colorado Rockies many years ago. They were everywhere. Beautiful

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We (a small farm) ship every week, on Wednesday!

Pick up available from our farm stand 542 Wootton Road, Metchosin

100% Canadian Grown in Metchosin, Vancouver Island, BC, Canada.

Processed-By-Hand

Certified Organic

Open Pollinated

Non-GMO

Frequently asked questions

Do you do sell at the farm?

No.

We do have a farmstand that is open during the season: March/April through to June/July

Will my order have tracking?

Maybe.

We ship all seed packages using Letter Mail through Canada Post.

However, if you order any Sprays, Bouquets, Root Stock, or Tubers; we automatically add protected shipping in a prepaid Canada Post box. These have a tracking number.

How much does shipping cost?

Save $20 when you spend $200

All our Shipping has a handling fee.

Shipping starts at $6 and increases incrementally for seed packages only.

If you purchase Sprays, Bouquets, Root Stock, or Tubers; Shipping will increase by $18 and go up incrementally.

We charge shipping rates that are fair to our customers and allow us to operate as a small farm.

What is your Customer Satisfaction policy?

We guarantee germination up to 75% on all our seeds in proper conditions.

That means we will replace them.

We make no guarantees on our Forager Pet products, other than that they are safe for the animals listed. But do reach out if your pet isn't happy.

Mistakes happen and can be fixed. So missing items, wrong items, or even damaged items can be replaced.

We will always work with you to find an appropriate solution.

Customer Satisfaction Policy

How long does shipping take?

Letter Mail can take up to 5-6 weeks.

Parcels can take up to 1-2 weeks.

We ship Wednesdays which can also lead to delays.

Are all your products 100% Canadian?

Yes. All our products are grown in Metchosin BC or foraged from surrounding forests.

What is your refund policy?

We are a resolution first small business. That means we would love for you to be happy with our products.

However, if you want to return or refund, this can be done.

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