Aquilegia formosa, Crimson Columbine
Native Plants

Crimson Columbine

Aquilegia formosa
Location

Native to

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Type
Annuals/Per.
Attributes
Nectar

Other names for this plant include Red or Western Columbine. Similar in appearance to the Eastern Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis), Crimson Columbine grows 1 1/2-3 feet tall and bears nodding red and yellow flowers from spring till early fall. This plant is popular with hummingbirds, and grows best in moist soil and partial shade.

May Attract

Crimson Columbine is thought to attract these families of birds
Family
Hummingbirds
Family
Mockingbirds and Thrashers
Family
Blackbirds and Orioles
Family
New World Sparrows
Family
Vireos
Family
Waxwings
Family
Wood Warblers

Audubon Centers, State Offices & Chapters

These Audubon locations near you offer native plant services

In some parts of the country you may not have a "local" Audubon that is able to provide help with native plants for birds, but we will still show you the closest Audubon that can help.

Local & Regional Resources

Local and regional native plant societies, databases, and other resources may have expertise on exactly what plants are best for your particular area and climate.

Kul Kah Han 's Native Plant Demonstration Garden

9884 WA-19, Chimacum, WA 98325

Local Nurseries

Find local nurseries and garden centers near you. It's a good idea to call ahead to verify native plant availability and learn what services they offer.

The Gardens at Padden Creek

2014 Old Fairhaven Parkway, Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 671-0484

Plantas Nativa

315 E. Champion Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 715-9655

Garden Spot Nursery

900 Alabama Street, Bellingham, WA 98225

(360) 676-5480

My Garden Nursery

929 East Bakerview Road, Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 366-8406

Sunbreak Nursery (Wholesale Only)

5192 Aldrich Road, Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 384-3763

Kent's Garden & Nursery

5428 Northwest Drive, Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 384-4433

WACD Plant Material Center

16564 Bradley Road, Bow, WA 98232

(360) 757-1094

Skagit Conservation District Native Plant Sale (at Washington Association of Co

16564 Bradley Road, Bow, WA 98232

Fourth Corner Nurseries (Wholesale Only)

5652 Sand Road, Bellingham, WA 98226

(360) 592-2250

Madronamai Nursery

3923 Mt. Baker Highway, Everson, WA 98247

(360) 592-2200

Cloud Mountain Farm

6906 Goodwin Road, Everson, WA 68247

(360) 966-5859

Plantas Nativa

17994 SR 536, Mt Vernon, WA 98273

(360) 715-9655

Far Pastures Nursery

21614 Bulson Road, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

(360) 445-3169

Whidbey Island Conservation District Native Plant Sale (at Camp Casey Conferenc

1276 Engle Road, Coupeville, WA 98239

(888) 678-4922

Bank Savers Nursery

25525 Dahl Road, Arlington, WA 98223

(360) 629-4960

Keeping in Green Nursery

19401 96th Avenue NW, Stanwood, WA 98293

(360) 652-1779

Garden Treasures Nursery & Organic Farm

3328 State Route 530, Arlington, WA 98223

(360) 435-9272

Clark's Native Trees & Shrubs

3130 SR530 NE, Arlington, WA 98223

(360) 435-9473

Western Nursery

4715 State Route 530, Arlington, WA 98223

(360) 474-1494

Firetrail Nursery (Wholesale Only)

3107 140th Street NW, Marysville, WA 98271

(360) 652-9021

Jefferson County Conservation District Annual Plant Sale

205 W. Patison St., Port Hadlock, WA 98339

(360) 385-4105

Frosty Hollow Ecological Restoration

PO Box 53, Langley, WA 98260

(360) 579-2332

Kul Kah Han Native Plant Annual Spring/Fall Sale

9884 WA-19, Chimacum, WA 98325

(360) 379-8733

Friendly Natives Plants and Design

2464 Happy Valley Rd, Sequim, WA 98382

(360) 765-0934

Online Nurseries

Shop trusted online vendors for your home or wholesale project. Many offer shipping across regions, so check availability and delivery timelines before ordering.

Direct Seed Sales (Wholesale Only)

PO Box 1281, Issaquah, WA 98027

(425) 466-1350

Salish Trees Nursery

6810 NE State Highway 104, Kingston , WA 98346

607-259-9794

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