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© W.L. Wagner, USDA PLANTS

Wild Columbine

Aquilegia canadensis

1 - 4'        Any     April - June (Red/Yellow)

Hummingbirds love its nectar. An inner yellow flower is covered by an elegant red outer flower. Does best in dappled shade, but can live in full shade. Native Americans used to use the black seeds in abeverage to treat fever and headaches.

 
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