Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow'

Columbine

Full double blooms that are dark purple-black and look similar to Dahlias. Particularly popular in Europe.

Homeowner Growing & Maintenance Tips:

Columbine is easy to grow in loose, average to rich, well-drained soil. In the fall, cut plants back to their basal foliage. In the spring, remove only the dead leaves.

Height

14 Inches

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-9

Good Companions

Coral Bells (Heuchera )

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure

•	Partial Shade

Moisture Needs

•

Average

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant
•	Squirrel Resistant
•	Rabbit Resistant

Nature Attraction

•	Hummingbirds

Season of Interest

•

Spring

Growth Rate

•

Medium

Color

•

Purples

Foliage Color

•

Green

Uses

•	Cut Flower
•	Rock Garden
•	Naturalizing