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AQUILEGIA vulgaris 'William Guinness'
Commonly known as Columbine, Granny's bonnet
(Magpie) - striking single white with purple picotee edging
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to know
Good for light woodland setting. Selfseeds freely. Wildlife plant - insects -
Pests & Diseases
Sawflies, caterpillars, aphids, leafminers, powdery mildew. -
Place of origin
Europe -
Bicolor
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Purple
Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violetPurple picotee edging -
White
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RacemesTerminal, leafy racemes of 5-15 pendent to horizontal flowers with, short hooked spurs, to 2cm (¾in) long
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SingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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Fully hardy
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Height
90cm (36in) -
Spread
45cm (18in) -
HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump-forming perennial with lobed leaflets 1-4cm (½-1½in) long and many-branched, stiff stems
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Very hardy
Hardy in the severest continental climates including exposed upland locations in the UK. Plant can withstand temperatures < -20 (-4°F) -
Spring Seasonal Interest
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size90cm (36in)
45cm (18in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Fertile moist well-drained soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Partial shade
Aquilegia - Growing Guide
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