How to grow and care for Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray
plant care guide about watering, fertilizing, trimming, repotting, cutting, propagating Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray, Southwestern yellow columbine
Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray 101 - Plant Care Instructions
Bright direct light
16C° ~24C°
Every 7 days
Botany Encyclopedia
Genus : Aquilegia
🔖 Care Tips
This plant typically lives for 3-5 years, with the healthiest growth occurring in the 2nd to 3rd year. Sow seeds in the fall to benefit from the cold temperatures. If sowing in spring, moisten a paper towel or potting soil and expose the seeds to 3-5°C for 2-4 weeks before planting. After sowing, lightly cover the seeds with soil or leave them uncovered, maintaining a temperature of 15-20°C. Germination occurs in 2-4 weeks.
🏝️ Habitat Conditions
This plant grows in various places like grasslands and wetlands in the Northern Hemisphere. Since the growing conditions vary by species, make sure to identify which species it is.
🪨 Soil Mix
When planting in the yard, ensure proper drainage to prevent water pooling. It's important to plant in well-draining soil. A common mix is 40% potting soil, 20% bark, 20% leaf mold, 10% perlite, and 10% humus. However, the ratio may vary depending on conditions and environment.
🌡️ Environment
The ideal temperature is 15-24°C. If it exceeds 25°C, the plant may not bloom and growth can stop. It is cold-resistant and can survive winter outdoors. A humidity level of 40-50% is best. It grows well with typical indoor and outdoor humidity levels.
☀️ Light
The more light a plant receives, the better. However, it can also adapt and grow well in indirect light.
💧 Water
If planted in the yard, this plant is drought-tolerant and grows well without frequent watering. However, if the soil becomes too dry, it's good to water it. If planted in a pot, water it when the soil dries out.
🌱 Propagate
With the right environment, plants can be pollinated by wind or insects. If cross-pollination doesn't occur, they can self-pollinate and reproduce. When multiple species are planted together, they may crossbreed. To avoid this, consider artificial pollination or planting a single species. Removing wilted flowers can prevent seed formation and spreading.
💊 Fertilize
Fertilizer is not needed in large amounts, but using it according to the recommended dosage in spring before flowering can promote more vigorous growth.
🌺 Flower
The flowering period is from spring to summer, lasting about 3-4 weeks. Flowers may bloom in the year they are sown, but usually bloom the following year. The flowers have long spurs, giving them a unique shape.
😵 Toxicity
Be cautious with pets and young children as it is toxic.
water
How to water Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray
How often should I water?
check Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray Every 7 days if it needs water when it’s very cold (below 5℃), water less frequently
When do I need to water?
the top 2-3 inches of soil is dry
Light & Location
How much light does a Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray need?
Bright direct light
Bright indirect light
Grow light
Light preference
Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray likes Bright indirect light, Grow light, Bright direct light day. The brighter the space, the better this plant grows.
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This plant prefers
2K ~ 20K lux to thrive!
0
20K~
2K
20K
Temperature
Natural habitat
-32
-32~40℃
45
Houseplants
-15
16~24℃
45
Plants that grow in the wild and those that grow indoors prefer different temperatures. If you grow Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray at home, make sure the temperature is 16~24℃.
Humidity
Ideal humidity
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40~70%
100
Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray prefers humidity about 40~70%. If necessary, increase humidity by misting, humidifier.
Fertilize
Collective Knowhow
When should I fertilize?
Only when your plant is healthy
How frequently should I fertilize?
1-2 times in growing season. A pinch for a small pot.
Characteristic
The taxonomic classification of Aquilegia chrysantha A.Gray is as follows. - Kingdom: Plantae, Phylum: Tracheophyta, Class: Magnoliopsida, Order: Ranunculales, Family: Ranunculaceae, Genus: Aquilegia, Species: Aquilegia chrysantha
| Characteristic Name | Characteristic Value |
|---|---|
| Lifespan | Perennial |
| Hardiness Zone | 2 - 11 |
| Taxonomy Name | Taxonomy Value |
|---|---|
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Aquilegia |
| Species | Aquilegia chrysantha |
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