Try to plant in a location that enjoys partial sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Columbia is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Columbia requires a loamy soil with a ph of 5.5 - 7.0 - it grows best in weakly acidic soil to neutral soil.
Growing Columbia from seed
As a hybrid variety, this plant will not reliably grow true to type from seed.
Transplanting Columbia
Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Columbia is a hardy plant.