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Aquilegia chrysantha, often lovingly called golden columbine, canary columbine, or southwestern yellow columbine, is a delightful perennial that forms a bushy clump and can reach heights of 1 to 3 feet. This beauty can be found nestled in the canyons of western Texas, southern New Mexico, southern Utah, and Arizona. Its range extends into northern Mexico, and a unique population is found in southern Colorado.
In early spring, from March to early May, it dazzles us with bright yellow flowers, each boasting five gorgeous petals. These sunny petals come together in a short tube, leading to a slender spur that gracefully curves either backward or outwards. Adding to the charm, the flowers are embellished with five-pointed petaloid sepals that are slightly longer than the petals and features a softer yellow tone. And don't forget to stop and enjoy their gentle fragrance! Golden columbine is also a wonderful choice for creating hybrid long-spurred columbines, thanks to its stunning long spurs. Its attractive basal leaves are typically compound palmate and 3-ternate, adding to its overall appeal.
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