Synonyms
Aquilegia vulgaris subsp. atroviolacea
Alpine Rockery Herbaceous Perennial
A long-flowering true alpine species of upright, clump-forming habit, found at high altitudes, with mid-green, divided leaves around 60cm in height, the dark purple to black flowers with yellow stamens, produced on upright stems from late spring to late summer
Position
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil Types
Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Max Height
0.5-1 metres
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres