Golden Columbine, Golden-Spurred Columbine
This is a large long-lived perennial. It has very showy yellow, irregular spurred flowers that tower above the foliage. The plant is both mildew resistant and robust, reaching to 2-3 feet tall with the flowers to 4 feet.
Aquilegia chrysantha
Leaf Characteristics
Leaf notes : Undersides of leaflets are densely covered with soft hairs.
Leaf texture : Fern-like
Leaf color : Mid-green
Flower Characteristics
Flower notes : Upright, clear yellow flowers with slender, hooked spurs 2- 21/2" long.
Flower fragrance : Yes
Flower color : Yellow
Plant Anatomy
Foliage growth cycle : n/a
Average size maturity width : 1-2 ft.
Average size maturity height : 3-4 ft.
Growth rate : Vigorous
Cultural Information
USDA Zone : -40 to -35 F (Z3a)
Sunset zone : 1-24
Water requirements : Regular
Light exposure : Partial Sun
Landscape Attributes
Attractive bark :Yes