Aquilegia x Hybrid ‘Earlybird Red Yellow’ – Early Blooming Bi-Color Columbine
Aquilegia x Hybrid ‘Earlybird Red Yellow’ is a compact, early-flowering perennial known for its striking red and golden-yellow blooms. The upward-facing flowers appear in mid to late spring, adding vibrant color and charm to borders and garden beds.
This easy-care Columbine features delicate, fern-like foliage and a tidy growth habit. Perfect for cottage gardens, woodland settings, and containers, it also attracts hummingbirds and pollinators to your landscape.
- 🌺 Bold red and yellow bi-color flowers
- 🐝 Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies
- 🌿 Compact and well-branched growth habit
- 🌞 Thrives in full sun to partial shade
- 🏡 Ideal for borders, woodland gardens, and containers
Tip: Remove spent blooms to encourage continued flowering and maintain a neat appearance.
Growing Zones: 3–9 Outdoors
| Mature Height: | 9–12 inches |
| Mature Width: | 8–10 inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Botanical Name: | Aquilegia x Hybrid ‘Earlybird Red Yellow’ |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
| Foliage Color: | Green |
| Bloom Color: | Red and Yellow |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous Perennial |
FAQ's
When does Aquilegia ‘Earlybird Red Yellow’ bloom?
It blooms in mid to late spring, often earlier than traditional Columbine varieties.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes, the nectar-rich flowers attract hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
Can it grow in partial shade?
Yes, it performs well in full sun to partial shade, especially in warmer climates.
Is it suitable for containers?
Absolutely! Its compact size makes it perfect for patio containers and small garden spaces.
Is it deer resistant?
Columbine is generally considered deer resistant, though no plant is completely deer-proof.
