Large Deep-Blue and White Blooms on a Sturdy Plant

Kirigami Deep Blue and White Columbine (Aquilegia caerulea 'Kirigami Deep Blue and White') is prized for its big, richly colored flowers and well-branched, sturdy habit. Long-spurred blooms of deep blue and clean white appear over a long stretch of mid to late spring, drawing hummingbirds and bees to the early garden. Vigorous and free-flowering, it's a standout columbine for cottage and woodland plantings in Eden Prairie, Plymouth, and Eagan.

Landscape Uses

Use Kirigami Deep Blue and White in cottage gardens, woodland edges, pollinator and hummingbird gardens, and mixed borders. Its well-branched habit produces lots of flowers; pair with hostas, ferns, and spring perennials.

Best Time to Plant

Plant in spring or early fall, when cooler weather and steady moisture help roots establish.

How to Plant

Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Set the crown level with the soil, backfill, water in well, and mulch 2–3 inches deep, keeping mulch off the crown.

Watering

First Year: Water deeply 1–2 times per week to establish the roots.
After Year One: Water during dry spells; columbine likes moderate, even moisture.
Drip Irrigation: A drip line keeps moisture even and helps keep foliage dry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What's special about the Kirigami series?
It's known for large flowers and a sturdy, well-branched habit that produces an abundance of blooms.

Is it hardy in Minnesota?
Yes, hardy to Zone 3 and reliable statewide.

Does it attract hummingbirds?
Yes, the spurred spring flowers are a favorite of hummingbirds and bees.

Is it deer resistant?
Yes, deer generally avoid columbine.

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