Aquilegia vulgaris - ‘Black Barlow’ (Columbine)

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Black Barlow is a perennial variety especially well suited to borders.

Aquilegia vulgaris - ‘Black Barlow’ (Columbine) is part of our cottage garden perennials collection.

Aquilegia vulgaris ‘Black Barlow’, commonly known as Columbine, is supplied as bare roots in flexible pack sizes for individual planting or natural-looking groups.

Browse its linked perennial collection, sunlight and garden-use filters to find compatible planting companions for a more considered border.

Botanical name Aquilegia vulgaris ‘Black Barlow’
Bulb size Bare root
Established height 60cm
Life cycle Perennial
Sunlight Partial Sun
Position Shade and part-shade planting
Suitable for Borders, Cut Flowers, Pots & Containers, Woodland & Shade

Where to Plant:

Aquilegia vulgaris - ‘Black Barlow’ (Columbine) needs partial sun and a warm, sheltered position for the best flowering. Plant into fertile, humus-rich soil that drains well, and choose a spot protected from strong winds, especially for taller varieties.

How to Plant:

Plant perennial from October to April once conditions are suitable. Set them at the correct depth for the variety, spacing the recommended spacing for the variety apart where relevant, then firm in gently and water well after planting.

Aftercare:

Water regularly in dry weather and feed every two to three weeks once buds appear. Stake taller stems early and deadhead to keep plants flowering. After flowering, allow foliage to die back naturally before lifting or protecting perennial according to local conditions.

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Key Features

Packed in paper

Packed peat-free

Great for Shade

Perfect for pots

Good for cutting

Aquilegia vulgaris - ‘Black Barlow’ (Columbine) - Harding & Bloom

Aquilegia vulgaris - ‘Black Barlow’ (Columbine)

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Arrived quickly and well-packaged. Planted them in some pots on the patio and they all came up. Look beautiful. Thank you!

Careane Wallace

Oxfordshire, UK

The bulbs arrived beautifully packaged and you could just tell they were excellent quality. We had the most wonderful display of daffodils this spring on our patio. Simply stunning. Will definitely be ordering again

David P

Kent, UK

I ordered the mixed hyacinth collection and the scent in my garden this April was absolutely heavenly. Every single bulb produced a strong, beautiful flower and the colours were stunning together. A fantastic purchase, I'll be back for more next year!

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Somerset