Semiaquilegia ecalcarata
A short-lived herbaceous perennial growing to 20cm tall with narrow, lobed green leaves. Upright stems bear several nodding, bell-shaped flowers lacking spurs in shades of pink and purple in early summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Pink Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
West–facing or South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Semiaquilegia are a genus of 7 small, sometimes short-lived perennials. They are similar to Aquilegia but have spurless flowers which are swollen at the base.
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- W China
How to grow
Cultivation
Grows best in a humus-rich, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed. As this plant is relatively short-lived, allow to self-seed freely or collect seed and sow in autumn
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Rock garden
- Flower borders and beds
- Garden edging
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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