Quick answer: Eastern red columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) is native to 36 states. What's commonly sold under this name is the true wild species. It's typically seeds, verified 16 Sep 2026.
Where it's native
Listed in the register as native to these states. Click a state for its full native-plant guide.
Growing conditions
From the Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center Native Plant Database.
| Sun | Part Shade, Shade (avoid continuous full sun) |
|---|---|
| Water | Low-Medium water, Dry-Moist |
| Soil | Sandy, well-drained soils, medium loam/sandy loam/limestone-based, not too rich |
| Bloom | Feb-Jul |
| Height | Up to 3 ft |
| Wildlife value | Attracts hummingbirds, bees, butterflies, hawk moths; larval host for Columbine Duskywing |
none noted (readily hybridizes with other Aquilegia species incl. non-native A. vulgaris — isolate for pure strains, not an invasiveness concern for A. canadensis itself)
Buying it
Sold true to the wild species as of the last check (16 Sep 2026), via Amazon.
Sold as: Seeds via Amazon · listing verified 16 Sep 2026
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