Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant'
Columbine
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Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Description
Aquilegia x hybrida 'McKana's Giant' is an older hybrid that was developed in the 50s and is still extremely popular today. At 3' high with 3" wide blooms this little plant makes a big statement! The blooms come in large flushes for about 6 weeks from late spring through early summer for an extended bloom time. 'Mckana Giant' comes in many colors to create a virtual tapestry in your garden if planted in large groups.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Blooming
Columbines flower in Spring and early Summer, generally within May and June.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Growth
Columbine are low maintenance plants.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Planting
Plant seeds in well-drained soil with a pH between 5.5 and 5.8. Radicles should germinate in 2-3 days. Often times with Aquilegia, the flowers are left to fruit and produce seeds to allow for self-seeding.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Pest
Leaf miners can cause leaf damage. Over-watering can cause root rot and crown rot.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Interesting facts
Aquilegia is a large genus with many species and varieties. The flowers are known for their nectar-bearing spurs although some species are spurless. All species attract hummingbirds. The species A. caerulea is the state flower of Colorado. The roots and shoots of Columbine are highly toxic, but Native Americans did garnish their food with very small amounts of it as a flavor enhancer and to treat ulcers. It said to taste sweet.
Columbine (Aquilegia x 'McKana's Giant') - Soil and irrigation
Columbines are not fussy with soil type just as long as there is adequate drainage. The soil should be kept moist, but not totally saturated with water.
