Western Blue Columbine: Perennial, 24-36 inches tall; all leaves basal; bell-shaped. Columbine flowers are up to 3 inches wide, with long spurs (Blue Columbine mostly blue / single type). Blooms in zone 5 from May to mid-June. Zones 3-10. Range/habitat: Rocky Mtns.; sagebrush, pinyon-juniper, mountain brush, aspen, Douglas fir-White fir, aspen-forb, spruce-fir and alpine communities at 5,000-ll,000 feet elevation. Culture/uses: full sun to shady conditions, moist soils; provide filtered shade in sunny, hot climates; best pH is 6-8, provide ample organic matter; attracts hummingbirds. Germination information: Germination is enhanced by moist chilling at 38 degrees for 2 months. A quick alternative to moist chilling is to place seed in paper towel, moisten towel and then place in freezer for a day or two. Planting rate: l lb./ 7,200 sq. ft., 6 lbs./acre