William Guiness Columbine

William Guiness Columbine

Elegant flowers with an unusual colouration.

Columbines have long been admired for their unique flower form and easy nature. William Guiness boasts all the fantastic attributes of traditional columbines, plus it features a chic colour palette of dark purple to black with contrasting white accents. In full bloom from late spring to early summer, the floral display it exhibits is nothing short of showstopping. Perennializing plants are drought tolerant; blooms attract bees and butterflies. Great for borders, cutting gardens and containers.Aquilegia vulgaris
  • Light

    Full Sun, Partial Shade
  • Size

    #1 Plant
  • Zone

    3-9
  • Bloom Time

    Late spring to early summer.
  • Height

    20 - 24 inches
  • Soil Requirement

    Well-drained soil
  • Deer Resistant

  • Planter Friendly

  • Attract Bees

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  • Botanical NameAquilegia vulgaris 'William Guiness'
  • FormBareroot
  • Hardiness Zone3-9
  • Flowering TimeLate spring to early summer.
  • Light RequirementsFull Sun, Partial Shade
  • Flower ColorDark purple to black with contrasting white.
  • Flower FormNodding, 5 petals with a short broad tube in front and long backward spurs, sepals often same color as flowers.
  • Foliage TypeFerny green foliage
  • Growth RateMedium
  • Height/Habit20 - 24 inches
  • Spacing10 - 12 inches
  • Planting InstructionsTop of plant should be even with soil level and 10-12" apart.
  • Soil RequirementsWell-drained soil
  • Will TolerateAcidic Soil, Clay Soil, Dry Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
  • PruningRemove spent flower stems. after flowering

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