American Meadows McKana Columbine Mix
Best choice for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, pollinator-friendly perennial color.
These columbines bring a sophisticated, architectural flair to the garden with their nodding, bi-colored blooms and persistent, fern-like foliage. While they demand a bit of patience to reach their full 32-inch height, they reward you by being remarkably resilient against hungry deer and rabbits.
$9.99
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American Meadows, Inc
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking a vibrant, multi-colored floral display
- Landscapers filling shady or woodland garden spots
- Conservationists looking to attract hummingbirds and pollinators
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting long-lived, permanent landscape fixtures
- Perfectionists bothered by cosmetic leaf damage
- Minimalists preferring low-maintenance, non-spreading plants
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Appeal
High-nectar blooms act as a magnet for local bees and butterflies.
Climate Versatility
Thrives across a wide range of zones from three through nine.
Pest Resistance
Reliably deters deer and rabbits from grazing on your garden beds.
Visual Impact
Striking bi-colored hybrids provide dramatic height and texture to landscapes.
Foliage Longevity
Fern-like leaves maintain a lush appearance long after blooms fade.
Maintenance Ease
Requires moderate moisture but rewards gardeners with consistent seasonal growth.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Aquilegia hybrida Mckana Giant Mix
Mature Height
24-36 inches
Mature Spread
12-18 inches
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3 through Zone 9
Light Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist / Wet
Plant Type
Flower
Life Cycle
Perennial
Variety Type
Hybrid
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