One of the "Star Series" whose qualities include long spurred. large flowers. Vigorous garden performers that are long blooming. As a genus, Aquilegia are considered deer resistant.

Care: Columbine is easy to grow in loose, average to rich, well-drained soil. Heavy or soggy soils will hasten their demise. They can be grown in full sun or partial shade, though light shade will prolong the flowering time. In the fall, cut plants back to their basal foliage. In the spring, remove only the dead leaves.