April 4th, 2013: Clematis-flowered Columbine 'Nora Barlow' (Aquilegia vulgaris v

Kell San Leandro, CA(Zone 9b) Apr 04, 2013

The Bloom of the Day for April 4th, 2013 was Clematis-flowered Columbine 'Nora Barlow' (Aquilegia vulgaris var. stellata).

View the bloom of the day here: http://davesgarden.com/guides/pf/botd.php?date=2013-04-04

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DavidofDeLand DeLand, FL(Zone 9b) Apr 04, 2013

Columbines have always been one of my favorites and I have never had any success in growing them in 9B. I tried in New Orleans too with little success. I think its the heat and humidity alas and alack...

Anyway! On a positive note these pictures are bee-you-tee-full!

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Kell San Leandro, CA(Zone 9b) Apr 04, 2013

I should then try to grow these, David. No heat or humidity here! I just love this photo, reminds me of a watercolor.

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pirl (Arlene) Southold, NY(Zone 7a) Apr 04, 2013

Absolutely delightful!

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DavidofDeLand DeLand, FL(Zone 9b) Apr 04, 2013

I know you can grow them Arlene...Lucky Gal!

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pirl (Arlene) Southold, NY(Zone 7a) Apr 04, 2013

Yes, we can grow all of them, David. This one self-seeded itself in this spot - much too tall for that tiny area. I love the double pleated ones and the granny's bonnet type.

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DavidofDeLand DeLand, FL(Zone 9b) Apr 04, 2013

No exaggeration needed and completely honestly Arlene,...............

"Perfect, perfect, and perfect on your exceptional picture, landscaped bed, and the Columbine is the Star! {:-)

5 stars!

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pirl (Arlene) Southold, NY(Zone 7a) Apr 04, 2013

When the blooms were done I ripped it out. It was totally out of place there. That's one of three beds that need no weeding at all so it's my favorite one! Thank you, David.

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