Water
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the growing season. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Aquilegia bernardii is a perennial herb native to Corsica, known for its attractive blue-violet flowers and palmate leaves, typically found in rocky alpine environments.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Prefers full sun to partial shade.
60% intensity
Provide afternoon shade in hot climates.
Water regularly, keeping soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
70% intensity
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Well-draining, fertile soil. Prefers a slightly alkaline to neutral pH.
50% intensity
Thrives in cool to moderate temperatures.
50% intensity
Ideal growing range is 15-20°C.
Outdoor, Greenhouse
50% intensity
Feed monthly during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
40% intensity
Dilute to half strength and avoid over-fertilizing.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Generally considered non-toxic, but ingestion of any plant material should be avoided.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly to maintain consistent soil moisture, especially during the growing season. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming and prevent self-seeding. Cut back the foliage in late autumn or early spring to tidy the plant.
Easily propagated from fresh seeds sown in autumn or early spring. Division of established clumps in early spring is also effective.
Repot container-grown plants every 2-3 years in early spring before new growth begins. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Aquilegia Bernardii (Aquilegia bernardii)
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Aquilegia |
| Species | Aquilegia bernardii |
Similar in genus Aquilegia
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