Agrostemma githago | Ocean Pearls Books Aquilegias seriously dislike poorly drained

Aquilegias seriously dislike poorly drained soils but does appreciate some moisture as conversely does not like to dry out so we find that mulching provides the conditions that they enjoy in our gardens

and a handy checklist of what to do when guides growers throughout the year

This beautiful old-fashioned shrub is a compact mound of attractive delicate willowy purplish-red leaves in spring changing to blue green in colour as summer progresses

it also likes a position that is not too wet in the winter

the plant will die once frost sets in

Agrostemma githago | Ocean Pearls Books Aquilegias seriously dislike poorly drainedThis beautiful variety has scalloped white flowers with attractive gold coloured whiskers which will bloom from early to late summer. The flowers are held on slender stems above the pale green leaves. The Corncockle is a 'cottage garden' plant of old, it is fast growing and makes a great wildflower meadow or cottage garden plant. Growing to a height of 60cm the graceful stems are perfect for cutting and last well in the vase. Harvest individual