Aquilegia vulgaris Pink is a herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. A native from Europe. One of the most popular perennials for your garden. A small mounding plant reaching heights of 3 feet tall and 15" wide. The flowers are pink and white. Grown for cut flowers in most places, but Mom grows these in every garden to admire. They are in bloom from Spring through Summer. The birds, bees, and butterflies visit. It prefers to grow best in part shade but can handle full sun. Zones 4-10
Germination
To germinate Aquilegia vulgaris 'Pink' seeds, begin by preparing a seed starting tray or small pots filled with a well-draining seed starting mix, such as a combination of peat moss and perlite. Moisten the soil evenly, avoiding waterlogging. Since Aquilegia vulgaris 'Pink' seeds have a hard outer coat, they benefit from stratification to break dormancy. Place the seeds in a damp paper towel or a plastic bag filled with moistened vermiculite or sand, and refrigerate them for 3-4 weeks. After stratification, sow the seeds evenly over the surface of the soil and gently press them into the soil with your fingertips. Cover them lightly with a thin layer of soil or vermiculite. Place the tray or pots in a cool location with indirect sunlight, maintaining a temperature between 55-65°F (13-18°C). Keep the soil consistently moist but not saturated by misting regularly or using a gentle watering can. Germination typically occurs within 3-6 weeks. Once the seedlings emerge, provide adequate spacing if growing in trays, or transplant them into individual pots when they have developed a few sets of true leaves. Continue to care for the seedlings with proper watering, light, and nutrients as they grow into mature Aquilegia vulgaris 'Pink' plants.
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