Overview
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' is a clump-forming perennial in the genus Aquilegia, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 1.0 m tall. Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' grows best in full sun, and tolerates sandy and loamy soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage gardens, informal spaces, wildlife gardens and cut flowers. It is native to Europe.
About
Aquilegia vulgaris is a species of perennial flowering plant of the genus Aquilegia (columbine) in the family Ranunculaceae. Commonly called the common columbine, European crowfoot, and granny's bonnet, it presently possesses the most expansive range and greatest morphological variability in its genus.
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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
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Clump-forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 1.0 m
- Suggested uses
- Cottage gardens, Informal spaces, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers
- Native to
- Europe
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port'
- Propagation
- Seed sown in spring, late summer or early autumn
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Aquilegia downy mildew
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port'?
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' need?
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' grows best in sandy and loamy soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' grow?
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' reaches a height of 1.0 m.
Is Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' hardy in the UK?
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Aquilegia vulgaris 'Ruby Port'?
Seed sown in spring, late summer or early autumn.
More in the Aquilegia genus
- Aquilegia 'Blue Barlow'Columbine
- Aquilegia 'Kristall'Columbine
- Aquilegia flabellata 'Ministar'Fan Columbine
- Aquilegia nigrescensColumbines
