I like this article about columbine flowers, because it is a favorite of mine and the information is good reading. It tells us that the columbine flower comes in many colors, and shades. That they can be started from seeds. It goes on to tell us the bloom time of the flowers. What type of soil they like. It gives information such as they can be grown in full sun or partial shade. Also the article tells us if you like hummingbirds this is a good plant to have around because it has lots of nectar in the flowers. Read this interesting article and find some pictures of the columbine and maybe it will become a favorite of yours as well. Go to: