McKana Giants Mix - Columbine Seeds

If you're looking for something unique and beautiful for your garden, look no further than McKana Giants Mix Columbine seed. This Heirloom flower was an All America Selections winner in 1955, and it continues to be a favorite among gardeners. It's perfect for cut flowers, perennial beds or naturalized areas, and it prefers shade in hot climates. The best part about McKana Giants Mix Columbine is the stunning array of colors that it comes in - blue, pink, red, violet, white and yellow. Each bloom is 3" with long spurs, and they'll appear in the spring of the 2nd year after planting. Columbine is also a great choice if you're trying to attract hummingbirds to your garden. So don't wait any longer - add some McKana Giants Mix Columbine seed to your cart today! 125mg ~ 100 seeds.

GROWING TIPS

Start seed indoors 6-8 weeks before transplanting into the garden. Optimum soil temperature for seed germination is 65-75°F. Cover with soil very lightly as seeds require light to germinate. Transplant to the garden 1 week after your average last frost date. Or, plant seeds directly in the garden 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Perennial in hardiness zones 3-9. Excellent for cut flowers, perennial beds or naturalized areas. Prefers shade in hot climates. Blooms will appear in the spring of the 2nd year after planting.

SEED FACTS

Scientific Name: Aquilegia caerulea
Days to Maturity: 365
Seed Depth: Surface
Days to Sprout: 20-30
Plant Spacing: 10-16"
Row Spacing: 18-24"
Light Requirements: Part Shade / Sunny
Plant Height: 24-36"
Life Cycle: Perennial
Frost Hardy: Yes