About the Columbine Plant

The perennial columbine plant produces blue and white blooms. Even novice gardeners can successfully grow this plant because of its tolerance and adaptability. The columbine bloom is the official state flower of Colorado.

Geography

• Varieties of columbine grow in all states throughout the U.S. with the exception of Hawaii and Louisiana, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Types

• Popular types of columbine include Rocky Mountain columbine and golden columbine. Hybrid varieties like Songbird and Biedermeiser produce a variety of colored flowers according to the Colorado State University Extension.

Uses

• The columbine plant adds beauty to rock gardens and perennial borders. Gardeners can use the blooms in fresh flower arrangements.

Growing Conditions

• Columbine plants enjoy full to part shade and grow best in moist soil. This plant blooms in late spring, from May through the end of June.

Life Span

• The average life span for a columbine plant ranges from three to five years, depending on seed-production output of the plant, according to Colorado State University Extension.