Columbine Black Barlow

For a stunning floral display that won't soon be forgotten, Columbine Black Barlow is tops! Nearly black, double blooms pop against attractive blue-green foliage, while the unique flower form draws lots of attention. Specially bred for cut-flower production, this uncommon columbine shows up-facing, spurless blooms that resemble pompoms—an exceptional choice for dramatic arrangements or bouquets. Expect 3 to 5 stems the first year and 5 to 10 stems thereafter. Highly floriferous!

Hardiness Zones 3-9
Mature Height 28 - 30 inches
Bloom Time Late spring to early summer (May-June)
Light Requirements Full Sun, Half Sun / Half Shade
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Botanical Name: Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow'

Availability: Out Of Season

SKU: #88540

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Restricted States US:
AE AK GU HI PR VI
Botanical Name:
Aquilegia vulgaris 'Black Barlow'
Size:
PREMIUM
Suggested Uses:
Borders, Bouquets, Cut Flowers, Rock Garden, Showy Flowers, Deer Resistant, Attract Pollinator

Flower Color:
Purple, Black
Flower Form:
Fully double with short hooked spurs to 3/4 " long.
Foliage Type:
Clumps of gray-green basal foliage with slender branching stems.
Mature Spread:
16 - 18 inches
Spacing:
16 - 18 inches

Growing Tips

Planting Instructions:
Top of plant should be just below soil level and 16-18" apart.
Soil Moisture:
Grow in fertile, preferably moist but well drained soil.
Will Tolerate:
Acidic Soil, Clay Soil, Loamy Soil, Sandy Soil
Pruning Instructions:
Cut back any foliage affected by fungal diseases.

Winter Care:
Mulch +/- 2"
Planting Depth:
Top of plant should be just below soil level.
Watering Requirements:
Average water needs. Water regularly, do not overwater
Fertilization Requirements:
Once per year
Special Care:
Not needed

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Shipping Information

K. van Bourgondien times its shipments from Holland so that bulbs and bareroots arrive at the proper planting time (depending on climatic conditions) for each area of North America.

We take advanced orders, and as the crops are harvested, our staff of K. van Bourgondien experts makes an on-the-spot selection of the finest bulbs available to fill those reservations.

We will pack and ship your order based on the following schedules. The type of product you order or the weather may affect the anticipated shipping schedule. Please note that we cannot ship outside of the 48 contiguous states. What zone am I in?

Spring 2025 Shipping Schedule

Bulbs and Bareroot
Zones	Shipping Dates	Last Order Date
3A-5A	4/28/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
5B	4/7/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
6A	3/24/25 -5/30/25	5/26/25
6B	3/10/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
7A	2/24/25 - 5/30/25	5/26/25
7B-8A	2/17/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25
8B-9A	2/10/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25
9B-11B	2/3/25 - 5/9/25	5/5/25

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Due to hot weather conditions, we are unable to ship any plant items from late June through August. General merchandise will be shipped with your plant order.

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