Aquilegia alpina, Alpine Columbine, is a perennial herb from the European Alps. It features delicate, spurred, deep blue flowers blooming late spring to early summer. Gro
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Sunlight
Full sun to partial shade.
Watering
Consistent moisture, well-drained soil.
Soil
Well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Temperature
Cool to moderate temperatures, hardy in zones 3-8.
Habitat
Outdoor
Fertilizer
Light feeding in early spring.
Full sun to partial shade.
Consistent moisture, well-drained soil.
Well-drained, humus-rich, neutral to slightly alkaline soil.
Cool to moderate temperatures, hardy in zones 3-8.
Outdoor
Light feeding in early spring.
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Category
Flowering, Ornamental
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden
Plant Environment
Outdoor
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
20-60 cm
Spread
20-30 cm
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
Winter
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Compound
Flower Size
4-6 cm
Optimal Sunlight Lux
60000
Toxic for humans
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Toxic for pets
Yes
Rating: 4/5
Edible
No
All parts of Aquilegia alpina contain toxic compounds, including cyanogenic glycosides and isoquinoline alkaloids, which can cause gastrointestinal upset if ingested by humans or pets.
