Aquilegia Early Bird Red and Yellow

Aquilegia Early Bird Red and Yellow is a charming herald of late spring, bursting into bloom earlier than most columbines. Its elegant, nodding flowers combine rich ruby-red outer petals with a bright, sunshine-yellow heart, creating a striking two-tone display that dances gracefully above fresh green foliage. Compact yet full of character, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, or containers, drawing in bees and butterflies with its nectar-rich blooms. Easy to grow and delightfully low-maintenance, this perennial rewards year after year, bringing a splash of vibrant colour and a touch of whimsy to your garden just when it’s most welcome.

Planting Instructions

Aquilegia ‘Early Bird Red and Yellow’ is a compact, early-flowering perennial that produces cheerful two-tone blooms — vivid red outer petals with bright yellow centres — perfect for adding vibrant spring colour to borders, cottage gardens, and containers.

When to Plant:
Plant in spring or early autumn, avoiding frost and extreme heat.

Where to Plant:
Choose a sunny or partially shaded position in fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Excellent in mixed borders, rockeries, or as part of a spring planting scheme.

How to Plant:

• Depth: Plant so the crown is level with the soil surface.
• Spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) apart.
• Tip: Water thoroughly after planting to help the roots establish quickly.

Aftercare:
Water regularly during dry spells in the first season. Remove spent flowers to prolong the display. If you’d like them to self-seed, leave some seed heads to mature. Cut back old foliage in late autumn or early spring to encourage healthy new growth.

Top Tip:
Pair ‘Early Bird Red and Yellow’ with other spring perennials like forget-me-nots or wallflowers for a bold, eye-catching colour combination.

Plant Details

Flowering Period:

May - August

Height:

14” (40cm)

Hardy Perennial

Tip: Cut back after intial flowering for re-growth and continious flowering into late summer