Aquilegia alpina - 2026

Aquilegia alpina is a compact perennial alpine plant prized for its striking, nodding, bell-shaped flowers, which display vibrant shades of blue, purple, and violet. Blooming in late spring to early summer, the flowers provide a colourful display that attracts bees and other pollinators, enhancing biodiversity in rock gardens, alpine borders, or well-drained containers. Its finely divided, fern-like foliage adds delicate texture and remains attractive throughout the growing season. Aquilegia alpina thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, moderately fertile soil, and is relatively low-maintenance, making it suitable for both experienced and beginner gardeners. Deadheading spent flowers can promote tidiness and may encourage further flowering, while self-seeding can provide additional plants naturally over time.