B&Q - Aquilegia Viridiflora Chocolate Soldier 1 Packet (15 Seeds)

Thompson & Morgan

Very rarely seen in British gardens, Aquilegia viridiflora 'Chocolate Soldier' makes an eye-catching display. This hardy perennial, often more commonly known as Columbine or Granny’s Bonnet, produces masses of elegant, nodding, deep brown blooms from late spring to mid-summer. Growing with a neat, compact habit, they make a wonderful addition to border displays, perfect for cottage garden planting schemes.Sow February to June or September to October. Sow on the surface of a good free draining, damp, seed compost and cover with a fine sprinkling of vermiculite. Seal container inside a polythene bag and place at 15-20C (59-68F). Germination can take 1-3 months. Do not exclude light, as this helps germination.Transplant seedlings when large enough to handle into 7.5cm (3in) pots. Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.Overwinter September sowings in a coldframe and plant out the following spring.Caution: Irritant to skin and eyes. Harmful if eaten.Product Specifications:Position in: full sun, sun or semi shadeHeight: Up to 30cmSpread: Up to 20cmSupplied as 1 Packet of 15 SeedsImages shown are for guidance only of the expected results from plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months).