Discover the beauty of Aquilegia Bertolonii Seeds, a rare and exquisite Columbine species cherished for its delicate, nodding flowers and refined structure. Known for its compact form and elegant star-shaped blooms, this perennial thrives in rock gardens, borders, and naturalized landscapes.

Aquilegia Bertolonii is perfect for gardeners who appreciate unique plant varieties and want a long-lasting, early-season bloomer with exceptional visual appeal. These non-GMO, high-quality seeds grow into hardy, low-maintenance plants that perform well in a variety of climates.

Key Features

• Rare variety of the popular Columbine plant

• Produces charming, star-shaped blooms

• Compact perennial suited for rock gardens and borders

• High-quality, non-GMO seeds

• Long-lasting spring and early-summer flowers

• Attracts beneficial pollinators

• Easy to grow and maintain

Specifications

Botanical Name: Aquilegia bertolonii
Common Name (US): Columbine
Plant Type: Perennial
Seed Type: High-Quality, Non-GMO
Flower Color: Violet-blue to purple (varies naturally)
Bloom Season: Late Spring to Early Summer
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–8
Sun Exposure: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
Plant Height: 8–12 inches (compact variety)
Spacing: 10–14 inches apart
Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers evenly moist soil
Germination Time: 21–35 days
Germination Temperature: 60–70°F
Growth Habit: Low-growing, clump-forming
Uses: Rock gardens, borders, cottage gardens, containers
Special Notes: Seeds may benefit from cold stratification.

Planting Guide

1. Stratification (Recommended)

• Refrigerate seeds for 3–4 weeks in moist sand or peat to improve germination.

2. Sowing Depth

• Sow seeds on the soil surface and press gently.

• Do not bury deeply; they need light to germinate.

3. Light & Temperature

• Maintain soil temperature around 60–70°F.

• Provide bright indirect light during early growth.

4. Watering

• Keep soil lightly moist until seeds germinate.

• Avoid waterlogging.

5. Transplanting

• Transplant seedlings once they have 2–3 sets of true leaves.

• Choose well-drained areas with sun or partial shade.

6. Care Tips

• Add mulch to keep roots cool during summer.

• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowering.

• Plants may self-seed naturally when conditions are ideal.

Benefits

• Rare species that adds uniqueness to your garden

• Compact size ideal for stone paths, borders, and containers

• Early-season blooms provide color when few plants are flowering

• Low maintenance and hardy in multiple climates

• Enhances ornamental garden displays with its delicate structure