How to Care for Aquilegia buergeriana var. oxysepala (Japanese Columbine)

Korean name: 매발톱

Japanese Columbine is a wildflower native to Korea, characterized by its long, claw-shaped sepals. It typically grows near forests and valleys and prefers well-drained soil. It is relatively easy to care for, making it suitable for beginners.

Key facts

• Category: Wildflower & native plant
• Difficulty: Easy
• Where to keep: outdoors
• Native to: Korea, Japan, parts of China
• Growth rate: Moderate
• Pets: Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.
• Traits: wildflower, cold hardy, beginner friendly, partial shade
• Also known as: Japanese Columbine

Care Guide

• Light: Prefers partial to bright shade.
• Watering: Water thoroughly when the soil is dry.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil.
• Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.
• Temperature: 10~25°C
• Fertilizer: Apply diluted liquid fertilizer in spring and autumn.

Common questions

How often should you water Aquilegia buergeriana var. oxysepala?

Water thoroughly when the soil is dry. Roughly every 7 days is the baseline; adjust for the season and the spot it sits in.

Where should you keep Aquilegia buergeriana var. oxysepala?

It likes Prefers partial to bright shade.. You can grow it outdoors. Use Prefers well-drained soil..

Is Aquilegia buergeriana var. oxysepala safe around pets?

Mildly toxic, so keep pets from chewing on it.

Is Aquilegia buergeriana var. oxysepala good for beginners?

Difficulty: Easy. It is forgiving enough for a first plant. Keep it around 10~25°C. Humidity: Thrives in normal humidity.. Fertilise Apply diluted liquid fertilizer in spring and autumn..