Product description
Aquilegia White Barlow shares the intricate, fully double, pom-pom flower structure of the Barlow family, but presents it in a pure, icy white. It acts as a brilliant visual cooler in the garden, standing out starkly against dark backgrounds and adjacent deep-coloured companion plants.
Choose a spot protected from harsh, direct sunlight to keep the pristine white petals from scorching or bleaching out. Ensure the earth remains consistently damp but never soggy, and meticulously cut away the flower heads the exact moment they begin to brown to maintain its immaculate appearance.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
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Aquilegia 'White Barlow'
Aquilegia 'White Barlow'
Product description
Aquilegia White Barlow shares the intricate, fully double, pom-pom flower structure of the Barlow family, but presents it in a pure, icy white. It acts as a brilliant visual cooler in the garden, standing out starkly against dark backgrounds and adjacent deep-coloured companion plants.
Choose a spot protected from harsh, direct sunlight to keep the pristine white petals from scorching or bleaching out. Ensure the earth remains consistently damp but never soggy, and meticulously cut away the flower heads the exact moment they begin to brown to maintain its immaculate appearance.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your plants the best start
Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
To maintain the striking, elegant aesthetic of Aquilegia White Barlow, you must be incredibly diligent with your pruning shears. Meticulously snip away the flower heads the exact moment the white petals begin to brown at the edges. This keeps the towering column looking immaculate and prevents unsightly seed pods from forming.
How to Water
Give Aquilegia White Barlow a comprehensive soaking immediately to help it transition into its new environment without transplant shock. Watch the soil carefully, delivering water only when the surface has lost its dark, damp appearance. Avoid overhead sprinklers entirely, as the pure white double blooms will quickly turn brown and mushy if constantly wet.
How to Plant
Utilise the pristine, cooling presence of Aquilegia White Barlow by planting it against a dark backdrop of evergreens or fencing. Loosen the subsoil thoroughly before placing the root ball into the earth. Tamp the dirt down with your hands to create a stable foundation for the towering white spires.
