{"product_id":"aquilegia-formosa-western-columbine-seeds-cold-resistant-deciduous-attracts-pollinators-plant-in-late-summer-to-early-fall-137","title":"Aquilegia formosa Western Columbine Seeds - Cold Resistant - Deciduous - Attracts pollinators - Plant in Late Summer to Early Fall - #137","description":"\u003cp\u003e📌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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Westtradelogistics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47642014810251,"sku":"0LFWLCG","price":5.24,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/5448\/4619\/files\/0ad24b03f444e6d03a1a8573ae3ccd551300ef44487affd934913428312e17fc.avif?v=1782715456","url":"https:\/\/westtradelogistics.com\/products\/aquilegia-formosa-western-columbine-seeds-cold-resistant-deciduous-attracts-pollinators-plant-in-late-summer-to-early-fall-137","provider":"Westtradelogistics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}