Gardengnome's Garden
Columbines 'Music Mix'
Genus: Aquilegia.
Species: Aquilegia alpina.
Planted in area intended to be a woodland garden in backyard and beneath the front pine tree. This is a perennial; purple booms from mid-spring to early summer. Attracts hummingbird. Plants hybridize and reseed freely. Cut back old stems to encourage a second bloom. Easy care once established. Won't tolerate soggy soil. Protect from wind. Zones 5 to 10.