Swan Violet and White Columbine Aquilegia 'Colorado Violet and White' Seeds - Columbine, 25 seeds

Quantity: 25 Seeds / pack

Swan Violet and White columbine (Aquilegia, 'Colorado Violet and White') is a Swan series selection with striking violet-and-white bicolored, upward-facing blooms over lacy foliage in spring. It suits woodland edges and shaded beds — and it self-sows gently to form colonies over time.

Why choose our seeds?

• Striking violet-and-white bicolored, upward-facing blooms
• Thrives in part shade where many flowers won't
• Self-sows gently for ongoing blooms

How to grow Swan Violet and White Columbine Aquilegia 'Colorado Violet and White' seeds

Choose Your Planting Method

• Indoors: Start 6-8 weeks before the last frost; cold stratification first improves results.
• Outdoors: Direct sow in spring, or in late summer to autumn so winter chilling breaks dormancy.

Prepare Your Materials

• Seed-starting trays or pots (if indoors)
• Well-draining potting mix
• Spray bottle for misting
• Damp paper towel and a plastic bag (optional, for stratification)

Sowing the Seeds

• Sow on the surface and press gently into the soil — columbine seeds need light to germinate, so do not cover them.
• Optional but helpful: chill seeds in a damp paper towel in the refrigerator for 3-4 weeks before sowing to improve germination.

Provide the Right Conditions

• Light: Bright, indirect light; surface-sown seeds must stay uncovered.
• Temperature: 65-70°F (18-21°C).

Germination

• Seedlings emerge in 21-30 days — columbine is slow, so be patient.
• Keep the surface lightly moist until sprouts appear.

Transplanting

• Pot up when seedlings have a few true leaves.
• Move out after the last frost; harden off first.
• Space plants 12-16 inches apart.

Care Tips

• Sun: Part shade is ideal; full sun is fine in cool climates with enough moisture.
• Water: Keep soil evenly moist but well drained.
• Fertilizer: A light spring feeding with compost is enough.
• Deadhead to extend bloom, or leave seed pods to ripen if you want self-sown seedlings; cut foliage back after bloom for fresh growth.

Bloom Time:

Spring to early summer; plants grown from seed usually bloom in their second year.