GardenGenius™ Eastern Red Columbine Deluxe Grow Kit – Native Indiana Perennial for Pollinators

Grow graceful Eastern Red Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) with the GardenGenius™ Deluxe Grow Kit, designed for easy planting and strong germination. This native Indiana perennial thrives in part shade to shade and attracts hummingbirds, butterflies, and beneficial pollinators from early spring through summer.

Kit Includes:

• 1 Indoor Mini Tabletop Greenhouse – perfect for starting seeds indoors
• 12 Organic Grow Media Pucks – nutrient-rich for healthy seedling growth
• More than 36 Native Eastern Red Columbine Seeds – premium seed stock ideal for Indiana pollinator gardens
• 1 Precision Laboratory Tweezer – for easy seed handling
• Detailed Step-by-Step Instructions – suitable for beginner to advanced gardeners

Plant Details:

• Botanical Name: Aquilegia canadensis
• Native Region: Indiana & Midwest USA
• Mature Height: 1–3 ft
• Spread: 1–1.5 ft
• Bloom Time: March–July (early-season pollinator blooms)
• Light Requirements: Part Shade, Shade
• Soil Moisture: Moist, Well-Drained
• Soil Type: Loam, Sand
• Attracts: Butterflies, Native Bees, Bumblebees, Birds, Hummingbirds, Beneficial Insects
• Toxicity: No serious known toxicity issues for cats or dogs; may cause mild stomach upset if ingested

Planting Instructions:

• Place seeds in freezer for 4 weeks to mimic natural stratification.
• Press seeds gently onto the soil surface – do not cover.
• Seeds require light to germinate.

For more information, see Purdue University Publication POL-6-W: Recommended Indiana-Native Plants for Attracting Pollinators.