Overview
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' is a perennial in the genus Aquilegia, part of the Ranunculaceae family. Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and slightly acidic pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, rock gardens and containers.
About
A perennial herbaceous plant with distinctive rose and white bi-colored flowers, featuring spurred petals typical of Aquilegia species.
About the genus
Aquilegia, commonly known as columbines, is a genus of perennial flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae (buttercups). The genus includes between 70 and 400 taxa with natural ranges across the Northern Hemisphere. Natural and introduced populations of Aquilegia exist on all continents but Antarctica.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Aquilegia
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly acidic
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- east, west
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, rock gardens, containers
- Toxicity
- toxic
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and partial shade; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming; cut back after flowering to tidy.
- Propagation
- seed,division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White'?
Prefers well-drained soil and partial shade; avoid waterlogging; mulch in winter.
Where is the best place to plant Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White'?
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' need?
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and slightly acidic soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage further blooming; cut back after flowering to tidy.
Is Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' hardy in the UK?
Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White'?
Seed,division.
Is Aquilegia 'Spring Magic Rose& White' toxic?
Toxic.
More in the Aquilegia genus
- Aquilegia 'Blue Barlow'Columbine
- Aquilegia 'Kristall'Columbine
- Aquilegia flabellata 'Ministar'Fan Columbine
- Aquilegia nigrescensColumbines
