Aquilegia plants
Aquilegia, commonly known as Columbine or Granny's Bonnet, is a charming, old-fashioned stalwart of the cottage garden, producing clouds of bonnet-shaped flowers above lacy foliage from late spring into the summer. Thriving in sun or partial shade, these clump-forming herbaceous perennials are highly effective for adding a naturalistic appearance amongst shrubs and roses and particularly useful for filling the void between a spring bulb display and the first summer flowers. Flowers are held high above the foliage on graceful long spurs in a variety of colours, including some stunning two-tone varieties such as Aquilegia 'McKana Hybrids'. They are perfect for attracting wildlife into the garden, being well-loved by hummingbirds, bees and butterflies.