Eastern Red Columbine is the plant for every person and (almost) every place. Sun, shade, dry, green thumb, black thumb - it's bound to thrive, bloom, and delight with its unique colorful flowers. The dainty foliage adds fine texture and combines well with ferns and sedges in the woodland garden. You can even try Eastern Red Columbine in containers or as cut flowers. Watch as these flowers grow, spread, and bring joy to you and the hummingbirds!
Conditions: Full sun to part shade; adaptable, dry to average soil
Size: 2' - 3' tall
Zone: 3 - 8
Wildlife Value: Flowers attract hummingbirds; larval host for Columbine Duskywing
Photos: Samantha Nestory, Ethan Kauffman