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Aquilegia spring Magic Yellow / 1L
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Yellow'
Confirmed format: 1 litre pot
Plant Highlights
- Vibrant yellow blooms in late spring and early summer
- Compact, clumping and upright herbaceous perennial habit
- Suitable for containers, small gardens, and patio displays
- Supports pollinators and wildlife in the garden
- Easy to grow with a moderate growth rate
Overview
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Yellow', commonly known as columbine, is a compact herbaceous perennial that brings cheerful yellow flowers to the garden in May and June. Reaching a mature height and spread of approximately 30 cm, its neat, upright, and clumping growth habit makes it exceptionally well-suited for the front of borders, small gardens, and patio containers. Easy to care for and reliable, it offers lovely floral interest through the spring season.
Why We Love It
- Delightful yellow flowers brighten up spring borders and containers.
- Compact dwarf habit fits easily into smaller gardens and patio pots.
- Brings valuable pollinator support to wildlife-friendly planting schemes.
Plant Details
| Botanical Name | Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Yellow' |
|---|---|
| Common Name | Columbine |
| Plant Type | Herbaceous perennial |
| Foliage | Deciduous green foliage |
| Flower Colour | Yellow |
| Flowering Season | May and June |
| Growth Habit | Clumping and upright, compact |
| Mature Height | 30 cm |
| Mature Spread | 30 cm |
| Hardiness | RHS H5 (hardy to -15°C) |
Growing Guide
| Position | Plant in full sun or partial shade in a sheltered or exposed position. |
|---|---|
| Soil | Adapts to clay, loam, sand, and chalk soils with free-draining or well-drained drainage. |
| Moisture | Prefers average to moist soil conditions with a moderate water need. |
| Pruning & Care | Deadheading is recommended after flowering. Cut back during July, August, or September. |
Perfect For
- Borders and front of borders
- Cottage and shade gardens
- Wildlife-friendly gardens
- Containers, patios, and small gardens
- Cut flower arrangements
Good to Know
- Attracts bees and other pollinators as part of its wildlife value.
- This plant is toxic if ingested and is toxic to cats and dogs.
- Requires no winter protection or stem support.
Product Information
| Product Title | Aquilegia spring Magic Yellow / 1L |
|---|---|
| Supplied Format | 1 Litre Pot |
| Care Level | Easy |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Mature size
- 80cm high· 60cm wide
- Flowering
- Yellow
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