Aquilegia hybrids
Granny's Bonnet
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Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - Description
Columbine is a herbaceous perennial that is found in meadows, woodlands, and at higher altitudes throughout the Northern Hemisphere. The flowers of Aquilegia were consumed in moderation by Native Americans as a condiment with other fresh greens, and are reported to be very sweet, and safe if consumed in small quantities. The plant's seeds and roots are highly poisonous, and contain cardiogenic toxins which cause both severe gastroenteritis and heart palpitations if consumed as food.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - Blooming
Columbines flower in Spring and early Summer, generally within May and June.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - Growth
Columbine are low maintenance plants.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - 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.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - Pest
Leaf miners can cause leaf damage. Over-watering can cause root rot and crown rot.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - 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.
Granny's Bonnet (Aquilegia hybrids) - 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.
