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Western Columbine

Aquilegia formosa

Description:

Common names: Crimson Columbine, Western Columbine. Native to Northwest North America. Zones: 4 - 8. Height: 2 - 3 feet. Spread: 12 - 18 inches. Bloom time: April - June. Bloom Color: bright red-orange and yellow. Attracts: Sphinx moths & hummingbirds.

Habitat:

Light: Full Sun - Partial Shade. Water: Moist. Moist open woods, banks & seeps.

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3 Comments

Small Wonders
Small Wonders 11 years ago

Thank you Gerardo & Alice!

alicelongmartin
alicelongmartin 11 years ago

Wow! Lovely!

Gerardo Aizpuru
Gerardo Aizpuru 11 years ago

Beautiful shot:)

Small Wonders
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Small Wonders

Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA

Spotted on May 8, 2012
Submitted on May 9, 2012

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