Columbine Blue Barlow (Aquilegia)

Bring a touch of elegance and unique charm to your garden with Columbine (Aquilegia) Blue Barlow. This striking variety stands out with its fully double, deep blue blooms, reminiscent of intricate pom-poms, set against attractive, fern-like foliage. Blooming from late spring to early summer, Blue Barlow adds texture and depth to mixed borders and cottage gardens, making it a must-have for those who appreciate classic garden favourites.

Aquilegia Blue Barlow is perfectly suited for British gardens, thriving in the UK’s mild climate and adapting well to various conditions. It grows best in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil enriched with organic matter. With a mature height of 60-80 cm and a spread of about 30-40 cm, this columbine works beautifully when planted in groups or as part of a naturalistic planting scheme.

Ideal for adding vertical interest and pairing seamlessly with other late spring perennials, Blue Barlow also attracts pollinators, supporting garden biodiversity. Supplied as bare root plants, they establish quickly when planted in spring, providing a stunning display that will return year after year with minimal maintenance.

Choose Columbine (Aquilegia) Blue Barlow for an elegant addition to your garden that showcases timeless beauty and effortless charm. Perfect for adding a touch of colour and movement to borders, beds, and even containers.

Choose Japanese Anemone Queen Charlotte for a touch of sophistication and long-lasting colour in your garden, perfect for extending the season’s interest and adding soft, graceful beauty that will captivate all who see it.

• Botanical name: Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata 'Blue Barlow'
• Common names: Columbine, Granny's Bonnet
• Height: Up to 60-80 cm
• Spread: Up to 30-40 cm
• Plant spacing: 7-9 plants per m²
  
• Perfect for pots
• Blooming time: May to July
• Leaf colour: Green
• Flower Form: Fully double blooms, typically 4-6 cm in diameter
• Hardiness and longevity: Fully hardy
• Life cycle: Perennial
• Years to establish: 1-2 years
• Fragrant: No
• Ideal For: Cottage gardens, mixed borders, and wildlife gardens
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil type: Well-drained loam, sandy soil, enriched with organic matter; multipurpose compost
• Plant size: Size 1 - Top size bare roots
• Dispatch: Spring, late March-April (we ship from London)