Overview
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Aquilegia, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.5-1 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include cottage gardens, informal spaces, wildlife gardens and cut flowers.
About
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' is a cultivar of columbine, a genus of perennial flowering plants in the Ranunculaceae family. This herbaceous perennial forms clumps of deciduous foliage and typically grows to between 0.5 and 1 metre in height, with a spread of 0.1 to 0.5 metres. It reaches full height within 2 to 5 years and thrives in full sun or partial shade, favouring east, south, or west-facing, sheltered positions. It prefers moist but well-drained soils of various types and pH levels, with interest in spring and summer.
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
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.5-1 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- Cottage gardens, Informal spaces, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d)
- 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 var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d)?
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) need?
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) grow?
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) reaches a height of 0.5-1 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) hardy in the UK?
Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d) 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 var. stellata 'Greenapples' (d)?
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
