Mexican columbine (Aquilegia skinneri)
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Where to plant
Let’s now see where to plant Mexican columbine (Aquilegia skinneri). What types of gardens and where this plant is normally grown.
Orientation
It tolerates being planted in different orientations. But if possible, plant Mexican columbine in a east facing, south facing or west facing garden.
Garden style
It has numerous uses in gardening and landscaping. Aquilegia skinneri can work very well in gardens of different styles:
- City & Courtyard Gardens – usually small gardens, these gardens need smart designs to work well as they have to allow areas to relax, play and entertain;
- Informal Gardens – have a free design and close to the nature aspect. The lines are smoother and more fluid and the planting is less rigid;
- Patios, balconies and containers – gardens confined to the space next to buildings where the cultivation is done in pots and containers;
Planting type
Mexican columbine is often applied in cut flowers – to harvest and decorate the house; but also flower borders and bedding – creating compositions in the garden;.