Scientific Name
Aquilegia caerulea (blue, eagle-like plant) 'Earlybird Yellow'
Flower: Bushy growth Perennial
Common Name(s)
Granny's Bonnet, Columbine
Origin
Native to the Rocky Mountains and New Mexico, USA
Description
This variety of Granny Bonnet has yellow petals surrounding inner petals, contrasting to fill your garden or window box with beauty and colour. The name Aquilegia, which comes from the Latin for eagle, describes the hook- or claw-like spurs on the flower. This variety grows in compact, bushy clumps, and produces both vibrant blossoms and attractive, semi-evergreen foliage.
Months of Interest
May-June
Pruning Tips
N/A, though if necessary pruning in September to October is best.
Wildlife Value
Pollinators, particularly long-tongued bees such as Bombus hortorum and Bombus terrestris; supplies nectar for butterflies and nectar-drinking moths.
Positioning
Partial Shade (these flowers are used to growing at the edge of woodland)
Water
Soil should be moist but ensure it drains well as the roots won't like to be sat in a puddle!
Soil
Fertile, moist but well-drained soil.
Food
Not necessary, but can add some extra nutrients to encourage flowering and if your soil needs a boost!
Pet-safe?
Slightly toxic for humans and larger pets, but don't let smaller pets nibble as they are far more susceptible.
Sprouts Top Tips
Your Granny Bonnets will benefit from being lifted and divided every few years to keep the plants strong and blooming
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Had to grab this one as the pastel green was so pretty. There is a water resivour at the bottom to stop plants sitting in water so its perfect for orchids but at the moment I'm using it for another plant.
Wanted one of these for ages so I had to jump at the size and price of this plant. Stunning large leaves and has already grown loads
Lovely little plant beautifully packaged. Arrived in perfect condition at a great price. Thank you so much :)
I bought a 'medium' and what arrived was a very generously sized plant which I was very happy with . Plant was in good condition, and was very carefully wrapped for shipping.