Crimson Star Columbine Seeds - Columbine, 25 seeds

Quantity: 25 Seeds / pack

Crimson Star is a columbine (Aquilegia) with star-shaped, crimson-red blooms centered in white. Plants form neat mounds of lacy foliage about 18-24 inches tall, flowering in late spring. A classic choice for cottage gardens, borders, and lightly shaded beds.

Why choose our seeds?

• Crimson-red blooms with contrasting white centers
• Graceful spurred flowers over lacy, mounding foliage
• 25 seeds per packet

How to grow Crimson Star Columbine seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost.
• Outdoors: Direct sow in spring after the last frost, or in late summer for natural winter stratification.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining seed-starting mix
• Humidity dome or plastic wrap (to hold in moisture)
• Spray bottle for misting

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow on the surface and press gently into the mix — columbine seed needs light to germinate; do not bury it.
• For best results, cold-stratify: refrigerate seeds in a damp paper towel in a sealed bag for 3-4 weeks before sowing.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; avoid harsh direct sun on the tray.
• Temperature: 65-70°F (18-21°C) for germination.

Germination

• Germination takes 21-30 days and can be uneven — keep the tray evenly moist and be patient.
• A humidity dome helps hold moisture during the long wait.

Transplanting

• Transplant when seedlings have 2-3 true leaves, after hardening off.
• Space plants 12-18 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Partial shade is ideal; full sun is tolerated in cool climates.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but not soggy.
• Fertilizer: A light feeding of balanced fertilizer in spring is enough.
• Deadhead spent flowers to extend blooming; leave a few seed heads if you want self-sown seedlings.

Bloom Time:

Blooms late spring to early summer.