What Do Columbine Flowers Need to Survive?
- Columbine flowers do best when planted in areas with only partial sun. They grow wild in the forest, where they receive dappled light; if they are exposed to full afternoon sun, they will wilt and fail to thrive.
- The hardy columbine flower does well in a wide variety of soils, but it does best with soil that is moist and rich. Ideally, the soil will have good drainage and not leave puddles after it rains.
- Columbines are water-loving flowers that should be watered whenever the soil feels dry to the touch. If the columbines are planted in a particularly sunny environment, give them extra water to cope with the sun's drying effects.