Aquilegia ‘Spring Magic Navy’ – A Compact Columbine with Deep Blue Blooms
Aquilegia ‘Spring Magic Navy’ is a compact, clump-forming perennial admired for its rich navy-blue, nodding flowers and finely divided, soft green foliage. Flowering in mid to late spring, the elegant blooms are held above neat mounds of foliage, creating a light, airy display that adds early-season colour and charm to borders, containers, and woodland-style gardens. Its refined form and compact habit make it especially well suited to smaller spaces.
With its deep colouring, graceful structure, and early flowering, ‘Spring Magic Navy’ brings refined beauty and seasonal interest to spring planting schemes.
Why Grow Aquilegia ‘Spring Magic Navy’?
Deep Navy-Blue Flowers – Rich, intense colour with elegant form.
Early Flowering – Blooms in mid to late spring.
Compact Growth Habit – Neat and garden-friendly size.
Pollinator Friendly – Attracts bees and beneficial insects.
Low Maintenance – Hardy, reliable, and easy to grow.
Height and Spread
Typically grows to 25–35cm (10–14in) in height, with a spread of 25–35cm (10–14in).
Where to Site Your Aquilegia ‘Spring Magic Navy’
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Borders: Adds early-season colour
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Containers: Ideal for patios and small spaces
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Woodland Gardens: Perfect for dappled shade
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Cottage Gardens: Classic spring feature
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Pollinator Gardens: Supports wildlife
How to Grow and Care
Soil – Prefers moist, well-drained soil; adaptable to most garden soils.
Light – Full sun to partial shade.
Watering – Water during establishment; prefers consistent moisture.
Maintenance
Deadheading – Removes spent flowers to prolong blooming.
Pruning – Cut back after flowering for fresh foliage.
Self-Seeding – May self-seed gently in favourable conditions.
Pests & Diseases – Generally trouble-free.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Perennials: Brunnera, Geranium, Alchemilla
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Spring Bulbs: Tulips, Alliums
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Foliage Plants: Ferns, Hostas
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Woodland Plants: Epimedium, Pulmonaria
Conclusion
Aquilegia ‘Spring Magic Navy’ is a compact, elegant spring perennial offering deep blue flowers, refined form, and pollinator value. Perfect for borders, containers, and woodland gardens, it delivers early colour and lasting beauty with minimal maintenance.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
