{"product_id":"alpine-blue-columbine-seeds","title":"Alpine Blue Columbine Seeds - Columbine, 25 seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 Seeds \/ pack\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAlpine Blue is a compact columbine (\u003cem\u003eAquilegia\u003c\/em\u003e) with clear blue, spurred blooms. Its neat habit suits the front of borders, rock gardens and containers, and it tolerates the cooler conditions and partial shade columbines prefer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy choose our seeds?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear blue, spurred blooms on compact plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGood for rock gardens, edging and containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolerates partial shade and cooler conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow Alpine Blue Columbine seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eChoose Your Planting Method\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIndoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost date.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutdoors: Sow directly in early spring after the last frost, or in fall so winter provides natural cold stratification.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003ePrepare Your Materials\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell-draining potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity dome or clear plastic cover (optional)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpray bottle for misting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eSowing the Seeds\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChill seeds first: place in a damp paper towel in a sealed bag in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface-sow — press seeds gently into moist mix and do not bury them deeply; they need light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eProvide the Right Conditions\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Bright, indirect light; needs light to germinate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: 65-70°F (18-21°C) for germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHumidity: A light cover helps keep the surface evenly moist.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eGermination\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e21-30 days.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrow on in cool, bright conditions; transplant when seedlings have 2-3 true leaves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eTransplanting\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant out after the last frost; harden seedlings off for 7-10 days first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing: 12-18 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun: Partial shade preferred; full sun in cool climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Light feeding with a balanced fertilizer once in spring is enough.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeadhead spent flowers to extend the bloom season; leave a few seed heads if you want plants to self-sow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLate spring to early summer; seed-grown plants usually bloom the following year.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pemdas Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48402792120526,"sku":"new4 - 101","price":3.79,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0621\/5109\/8574\/files\/il_fullxfull.6959623621_5uft.jpg?v=1790474197","url":"https:\/\/pemdasgarden.com\/products\/alpine-blue-columbine-seeds","provider":"Pemdas Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}