Common names:
Columbine
Variegated European Columbine
European Crowfoot
Granny's Bonnet

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Cactus/Succulent
Life cycle:Annual
Sun Requirements:Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences:Mesic
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 9a
Flowers:Showy
Flower Time:Late spring or early summer
Uses:Water gardens
Good as a cover crop
Wildlife Attractant:Birds
Other Beneficial Insects
Propagation: Seeds:Provide darkness
Needs specific temperature
Sow in situ
Other info
Pollinators:Cleistogamous
Containers:Needs repotting every 2 to 3 years

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