Granny's bonnet 'Crimson Star'

Aquilegia

How to grow Granny's bonnet 'Crimson Star'

  • Dappled Sun

Keep in mind when planting that Crimson Star is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions.

Growing Crimson Star from seed

Ranunculaceae will benefit from chilling for a few weeks before sowing, when growing from seed.
Best covered so seeds are in a dark environment when sown, cover with fine sieved compost or vermiculite.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 11.89 inches (30.48 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.12 inches (0.3 cm).

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Crimson Star about 56 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Crimson Star

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Crimson Star is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting Crimson Star

Other Names for Granny's bonnet 'Crimson Star'

Rotstern, Red Star