Aquilegia canadensis

USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–8

Light: Full sun to part shade

Mature Size: 24–36" tall | 12–18" wide

Attracts: Hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Bloom Time: April–May

Water Needs: Moderate

Soil: Well-drained soils; adaptable to drier conditions once established

Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming perennial

Flowers: Showy nodding blooms in shades of light pink and yellow to deep red and yellow, excellent for cutting

Ideal For: Naturalized plantings, pollinator gardens, cottage gardens, woodland edges

Evergreen: No

Why We Love It:
This native columbine brings graceful movement and vibrant spring color to the garden with its nodding bi-colored flowers and airy foliage. A favorite of hummingbirds, it blends beautifully into naturalized landscapes, woodland edges, and cottage-style plantings while adding a soft, natural look to the garden. Adaptable, resilient, and easy to grow, it tolerates dry conditions once established and performs reliably across a wide range of climates.

Additional Info:
Deer and rabbit resistant and highly attractive to hummingbirds and other pollinators. Performs best in well-drained soils with moderate moisture during establishment, then becomes increasingly drought tolerant over time. Excellent for naturalistic plantings, pollinator gardens, and cut flower arrangements where its graceful flowers and airy habit can be appreciated.

Photo Credit: Panayoti Kelaidis