Aquilegia eximia
Identification
Description
The keys do not agree. This plant (A. eximia) probably is a hybrid with Aquilegia formosa. A 2' perennial, with red-yellow flowers and green-gray foliage, Serpentine Columbine flowers from May through August. Native to the coast ranges, it grows best in partial shade inland, and tolerates full sun near the coast. this columbine grows near moisture, such as a seepage spot, and is not very drought tolerant. Tolerant of serpentine soil, but will also do well on clay soil, it is very showy, equal or better than A. formosa or A. shockleyi. The columbines attract hummingbirds, and are deer proof in many areas. The leaves are coarser and appear duller than A. formosa or A. shockleyi (formosa).
Characteristics
Aquilegia eximia Serpentine Columbine tolerates alkaline soil, clay, serpentine, no drainage and seasonal flooding.
Aquilegia eximia Serpentine Columbine is great for a bird garden.
Aquilegia eximia Serpentine Columbine's foliage color is reddish-green and type is stressdeciduous.
Aquilegia eximia Serpentine Columbine's flower color is red.
Communities
Communities for Aquilegia eximia Serpentine Columbine:Chaparral, Central Oak Woodland and Mixed-evergreen Forest.
Ranges for Aquilegia eximia
| ph: | 6.00 to 8.00 |
|---|---|
| usda: | 4 to 10 |
| height[m]: | 0.30 to 1.00 |
| width[m]: | 0.30 to 1.00 |
| rainfall[cm]: | 101.00 to 605.00 |
Plants available Online
| Gallon | Price |
|---|---|
| Out of Stock | $ 8.99 |
Always out of stock ?If the numbers are zero, there is a reason.