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Plant Care
Yellow columbine
(Aquilegia flavescens)
Also Known As
Yellow columbine, Golden columbine
About This Plant
Aquilegia flavescens is a species of columbine native to western North America. It is a perennial plant that typically grows to a height of 20-60 cm (8-24 inches) and has yellow flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. The plant has deeply lobed leaves and a slender stem that supports the flowers.
Plant Care Instructions
Outdoor Size Range
20-60 cm (8-24 inches)
Light Requirements
Aquilegia flavescens prefers partial shade to full sun, but it can tolerate full shade in hot climates.
Humidity Needs
This plant does not have any specific humidity requirements.
Fertilizing Schedule
Fertilize once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Pruning Guidelines
Remove spent flowers to encourage more blooms. Cut back the entire plant to the ground after the first hard frost of the season.
Common Pests and Diseases
Common pests include aphids, spider mites, and leaf miners.
Indoor Size Range
Not suitable for indoor growth
Watering Schedule
This plant prefers moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly, but do not allow the soil to become waterlogged.
Temperature Range
Aquilegia flavescens is hardy in USDA zones 4-8 and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Growing Season
Late spring to early summer
Growing Difficulty Level
Aquilegia flavescens is relatively easy to grow and care for.
USDA Hardiness Zones
4-8
Did You Know?
The genus name, Aquilegia, comes from the Latin word 'aquila', which means eagle, because the shape of the flower petals are said to resemble an eagle's talons.
