Native Plant Spotlight | Wild Columbine

Native to Riverwoods, Wild Columbine (Aquilegia canadensis) is an adaptive perennial plant that can be found in rocky open woodlands, thinly wooded bluffs and openings in logged woodlands. Bumblebees and and Ruby Throated Hummingbirds can be seen visiting the flowers for the nectar.

• Ornamental Value: attractive red and yellow flowers hang downward and bloom from late spring to early summer and last for about a month. 
• Growing Conditions: young plants prefer light shade to partial sun but mature plants can handle full sun or even full shade. Moist to dry conditions are best. It is self seeding plant and may pop up in interesting places in a garden or yard.
• Mature Size: 1 - 3 feet tall.

Native Tree & Shrub Planting Cost-Share Program

To help restore the ecological health of our woodlands, residents are encouraged to plant native trees, shrubs, flowers and other plant species.  You might qualify for a Native Tree & Shrub Planting cost-share program, with the Village covering half of the cost of the plants and the planting. 

Your property may qualify for one or more of the Village's Cost-Share programs, which can not only help restore the ecological health of Riverwoods, but can also improve your property's ornamental landscape and real estate value. To see which cost-share programs your property qualifies for, request an Ecological Consultation with the Village Ecologist.