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Aquilegia Vulgaris

Also known as

Common Columbine, Common Columbine, European columbine, Granny's nightcap and Granny's bonnet

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Aquilegia vulgaris

Genus

Aquilegia

Family

Ranunculaceae

Order

Ranunculales

How to care for Aquilegia Vulgaris

💦 Water

How often to water your Aquilegia Vulgaris

Aquilegia Vulgaris needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Common Columbine in your home

Aquilegia Vulgaris love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Aquilegia Vulgaris does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Aquilegia Vulgaris in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Aquilegia Vulgaris

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Aquilegia Vulgaris: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Aquilegia Vulgaris after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Aquilegia Vulgaris is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

💦 Water Needs

Aquilegia Vulgaris prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Aquilegia Vulgaris requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Greg does not have confirmed data on this plant’s toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, it’s always best to consult a medical professional.

If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control at US (800) 222-1222. If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA at US (888) 426-4435.

🪴 Soil

Aquilegia Vulgaris does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

💩 Fertilizer

Aquilegia Vulgaris should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Aquilegia Vulgaris can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.