Wild Columbine Aquilegia canadensis  

Easy

Starting indoors

Plant 1/4 inch deep in soil. Germination occurs within 7 to 21 days. Requires 3 to 4 weeks cold stratification (see terms to know). Plant seeds in moist soil. Cover seeds lightly with soil. Seedlings require 16 hours of sunlight

Direct sowing in garden

Can be done in early spring or summer. 

Easy

Gently shake seeds off into small envelopes and store in a cool, dry, & dark place

🌅 Outdoors
Plant prefers these conditions best

🏠 Indoors

Provides foliage but may not bloom

🌤️ Partial

☀️ Full  

• Temps: 🌡️ Prefers cooler temperatures. Hotter temps causes dormancy

• Hardiness Zones: 🗺️ 3 to 8 (2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map - Michigan)

• Humidity: 🌫️ Does not tolerate well. Requires adequate air flow and watering

• Water Conditions: 💧 Apply to top 1 to 2 inches of dry soil and keep evenly moist. Established plants only require water once a week & can become drought-tolerant

• pH: 🧪 Neutral to slightly acidic

• Soil conditions: 🌱 Well-draining humusy soil. Can mix with compost prior to planting

Late spring to early summer

Acts as annual, biennial or short-lived perennial based on growing conditions. Can become aggressive if not enough competition