Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'White Barlow' (Barlow Series)
granny's bonnet
In early summer, a mound of fern-like foliage is topped with fully double, spurless white flowers, which nod gracefully at the ends...
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Plant description
In early summer, a mound of fern-like foliage is topped with fully double, spurless white flowers, which nod gracefully at the ends of the stiff, upright stems. A pretty aquilegia, that looks great in both cottage and woodland settings.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata White Barlow (Barlow Series):
Lift and divide large clumps in early spring and apply a generous 5-7cm (2-3in) mulch of well-rotted manure or garden compost around the plant. Divided specimens may take some time to establish since they don’t like having their roots disturbed. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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