Wild Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis)
ID: #1648700
Description
**Pre-Orders are for local pickup only. We do not ship plants. Please double check your location and ensure you are able to pick up your plants. Pick up will be available on or after May 9th, 2026. You will specify your pickup date upon check out, and we will have your plants available for pickup by 10am on your designated pickup date. **This plant is NATIVE to Northern Michigan Growing Requirements: Prefers well-drained, sandy or loamy soil Thrives in partial shade to full sun Tolerant of dry to medium moisture levels Drought-tolerant once established Hardy in USDA zones 3-8 Features: Wild Columbine ( Aquilegia canadensis ) is a charming perennial wildflower celebrated for its unique, nodding red and yellow flowers. This native plant is perfect for woodland gardens, shaded borders, and naturalized landscapes, offering both ornamental beauty and ecological benefits. Its delicate, fern-like foliage and cheerful blooms attract pollinators and add a touch of whimsy to garden settings. Mature Size and Form: In optimal conditions, Wild Columbine can reach a height of 1 to 3 feet with a spread of 1 to 2 feet. Its slender, branching stems are adorned with compound leaves that resemble delicate feathers. The nodding flowers, with spurred petals in shades of red and yellow, bloom profusely from late spring to early summer, creating a picturesque display. Benefits to the Local Ecosystem: Wild Columbine offers several ecological benefits, enriching the local ecosystem and supporting biodiversity: Pollinator Attraction: Its unique flowers attract hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, enhancing pollination and promoting biodiversity in shaded garden areas. Naturalizing Effect: The self-seeding nature of Wild Columbine helps it naturalize and spread in woodland settings and shaded borders, creating a naturalistic and dynamic landscape. Wildlife Habitat: The nectar-rich flowers provide food for pollinators, while the seeds are consumed by birds, contributing to habitat diversity and ecological balance. Visual Appeal: With its nodding flowers, fine foliage, and graceful form, Wild Columbine adds elegance and color to shady gardens, woodland edges, and naturalized areas, creating a visually enchanting and dynamic environment. Low Maintenance: Once established, Wild Columbine is relatively low-maintenance, requiring minimal care beyond occasional watering and deadheading. Its adaptability to various light conditions and its ornamental value make it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking a native plant that enhances both the beauty and ecological value of their outdoor spaces.
Price
$8.00
Last Updated
17 August 2026, 01:27 UTC
Store Information
physical store
Location
More from Bright Lane Gardens
View all
Raspberry ‘Nova Red’
$15.00
Vigorous growing, hardy with respect to fluctuating winter temperatures. Plant is high yielding with bright red fruit, firm and suitable for fresg-market, pick-your-own and freezing. Cane is nearly spineless in floricane and resistant to most cane diseases. Primocane bears a small fall crop later in the fall. 2 plants recommended for increased yield from cross-pollination This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information. This item is for Pick-Up only!
Raspberry ‘Jewel Black’
$15.00
This is a black raspberry plant. The plant is vigorous, erect, consistently productive and widely adapted. The fruit ripens early and the ripening season is concentrated. The berries are large, with glossy skin, coherent, firm, of superior quality and excellent flavor. *This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information. *This product is for pick-up only!
Raspberry ‘Anne Yellow’
$15.00
This is a yellow/golden raspberry plant. The fruit of this high yielding everbearing yellow raspberry is very large, super sweet and somewhat firm. Canes are semi-erect and the plant shows good disease resistance. Ripens in the fall. Fruit is especially sweet in cooler temperatures. This is very heat tolerant for Michigan summers. 2 plant recommended for increased yield due to cross-pollination This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information. This item is for Pick-Up only!
Strawberry ‘Honeoye’
$3.00
Fantastic Yielder! This berry is a large fruit with a beautiful red color. It is firm, red clear through and is great for pies. A good fresh shipper and very winter hardy. Currently the most popular PYO variety in the Midwest and Northeast. This is a June-bearing variety that is very popular among farmers and gardeners in Michigan due to its exceptionally high production. Please read up on our June-bearing vs everbearing guide for more information! 4 plants minimum recommended for successful pollination This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information. This item is for Pick-Up only!
Strawberry ‘Seascape’
$3.00
A very large, hardy, heavy producing variety with firm fruit, good color and flavor when picked ripe. Very good choice for roadside and farmer’s markets for summer and fall production. This is a day-neutral/everbearing variety. Please see our guide on June-bearing vs everbearing varieties for more information. 4 or more plants are recommended for successful cross-pollination This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information This product is for pick-up only!
Blueberry ‘Blueray’
$15.00
#1 Seller, An early mid season berry. It is an early ripener compared to other blueberry varieties. The fruit is very large and firm, but softens quickly which limits shipping value. It produces an aromatic flavor good for pies and jam. The clusters are large and very tight. 2+ plants recommended for increased yield from cross-pollination This is a bare root plant that does not come with a pot or soil. Bare root plants can be stored for up to 1 week in a dark, refrigerated space as long as the roots are kept moist. Bare root plants can be planted as soon as the ground is soft enough to dig, you do not need to wait until the last frost. Please refer to planting guides on our website for more information. This item is for Pick-Up only!