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Winky
Aquilegia Winky Early Sky Blue
Early Sky Blue Columbine
- » Upright facing blue flowers
- » Tolerates mildew
- » Uniform bushy habit
- » Vigorous bloomer
- » Blooms from spring till summer
- » Ferny blue-green lobed foliage
- » Foliage forms a tight mound
- » Great in containers
- » Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Category:Perennial
- Hardiness Zone:3-8
- Height:12-14 Inches
- Spread:12-14 Inches
- Bloom Color: Blue Shades
Ferny, blue green lobed foliage forms a tight mound in spring. Countless buds cover the plant and open in May to reveal sky blue, upward facing flowers with continuous bloom into June. Perfect for use in mixed spring containers or grouped toward the front of a garden. Ealry spring bloom attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Thrives in partial shade and removed spent blooms or allow them to stay and reseed for a beautiful naturalizing effect.
Attributes
| • | Container |
Maintenance and Care
| • | Vigorous |
Flower Color
| • | Blue |
Exposure
| • | Partial Shade |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Aquilegia 'Winky Early Sky Blue'
Easy to grow in loose, average to rich, well-drained soil. Can be grown in full sun or partial shade, though light shade will prolong the flowering time.