Aquilegia formosa
Aquilegia formosa
Western Columbine
Numerous nodding flowers have red petals, red spurs and yellow corollas. This Pacific Northwest native blooms from spring through summer and is adored by hummingbirds and bees. Widely adaptable to many growing conditions. A classic native wildflower for shady locations! (Perennial)
Bloom time Size Exposure
Spring
Summer
24-36" tall x 18-24" wide Sun Part Shade Shade 
Hardiness Zone:3,4,5,6,7,8
zone map Cold Hardy to -40° to -30°F
Attracts Butterflies Attracts ButterfliesAttracts Hummingbirds Attracts Hummingbirds
Culinary Uses Culinary UsesDrought Tolerant Drought Tolerant
Evergreen EvergreenGood for Cut Flowers Good for Cut Flowers
May Naturalize May NaturalizeNative to NorthWest Native to NorthWest
Tolerates moist soil Tolerates moist soil