Aquilegia Songbird Mix is a refined and colourful columbine selection featuring large, upward-facing flowers in a harmonious blend of pastel shades including lavender, blue, pink, and white. Flowering from late spring into early summer, the showy, long-spurred flowers rise elegantly above compact mounds of soft, fern-like foliage, making this mix a standout in borders or containers.
Perfect for cottage gardens, perennial borders, and cutting gardens. Complements romantic, informal, and woodland garden styles.
Thrives in full sun to partial shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Maintain light moisture during the growing season and deadhead to encourage prolonged flowering. Space plants 30–40 cm apart for healthy, balanced growth.
Mature size: Grows to around 50–60 cm tall with a similar spread.
Trimming: Cut back flowering stems after flowering to tidy the plant and encourage possible repeat blooms. In late autumn or early winter, trim all foliage to ground level as the plant naturally dies back.
Deadheading: Regular deadheading throughout the flowering season will extend bloom time and reduce self-seeding, unless seed collection or natural reseeding is desired.
Fertilising: Feed in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser to support vigorous growth and flowering. Avoid over-fertilising, as it can lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment and in prolonged dry periods, particularly in spring and early summer. Once established, ‘Songbird Mix’ is moderately drought-tolerant but appreciates occasional watering during extended dry spells.
Pest Control: Watch for aphids and leaf miners. Remove affected leaves and treat infestations with insecticidal soap or horticultural oil. Slugs and snails may damage young shoots—use organic pellets or barriers if needed.
Disease Management: Susceptible to powdery mildew in humid or crowded conditions. Look for white, powdery spots on leaves. Remove infected foliage and ensure plants have adequate spacing and good airflow. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.
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