Botanical Name

Aquilegia formosa

Commonly known as Western Red Columbine

Aquilegia formosa (Western Red Columbine)
Perennial

Scarlet and yellow spurred flowers that hummingbirds follow through the Pacific Northwest's mountain meadows.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
May to Jul
USDA Zones
4-9
Sun
Full Sun or Part Sun or Part Shade
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
18-30"
Bloom Colors
RedYellow
Native Species Pollinator Friendly Hummingbird Magnet Deer Resistant
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About This Name

Aquilegia formosa is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Western Red Columbine unambiguously. The genus Aquilegia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Western Red Columbine, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Aquilegia formosa will give you the most precise results.