Aquilegia formosa Western Columbine Seeds - Cold Resistant - Deciduous - Attracts pollinators - Plant in Late Summer to Early Fall - #137

📌Quantity: 25 Seeds/ 1 pack🌱 How to Grow Columbine Seeds1. When to Plant - Outdoors: Early spring after the last frost, or late summer to early fall for natural stratification. - Indoors: Start 6–8 weeks before the last frost date.2. Seed Preparation (Optional but Helpful) - Cold stratification improves germination: - Place seeds in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag. - Store in the refrigerator for 3–4 weeks before planting.3. Sowing InstructionsIndoors: - Use seed trays or small pots with moist seed-starting mix. - Sow seeds on the surface – do not bury deeply (they need light to germinate). - Gently press seeds into the surface. - Keep soil moist and cover with a clear dome or plastic wrap.Outdoors: - Sow directly into prepared soil in a partly shaded spot. - Scatter seeds lightly, press gently, and keep soil evenly moist.4. Germination - Time: 21–30 days - Temperature: 65–70°F (18–21°C) - Light is important — don’t cover the seeds heavily.5. Transplanting (if started indoors) - When seedlings have 2–3 true leaves, harden them off by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions for 7–10 days. - Transplant to garden or pots, 12–18 inches apart.6. Growing Conditions - Sunlight: Partial shade preferred; full sun in cool climates. - Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil. Slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0). - Watering: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy. - Fertilizing: Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer once in spring.7. Maintenance Tips - Deadhead spent flowers to extend blooming. - Allow some flowers to go to seed if you want them to self-sow. - Cut back foliage in fall to tidy up or leave for winter interest.