Winky Double Rose-White Aquilegia

Aquilegia vulgaris ‘Winky Double Rose-White’ is a compact columbine with double upward-facing flowers in rose and white. The Winky line is grown for its upward-facing flowers and compact, sturdy growth, making these cultivars useful for a front or middle border and small garden spaces. Its color and single or double flower form give this selection a distinct role among columbines. ## Cultivar and size [PanAmerican Seed's Winky Double Rose-White profile](https://www.panamseed.com/Products/005703853004719/aquilegia-winky-double-rose-white/) lists Winky plants at about 12–14 inches (30–35 cm) tall and wide. The breeder describes the Double form as full and vigorous; the Winky series catalog also describes uniform, sturdy plants with upward-facing flowers. The displayed color name identifies the cultivar, while flower shade can vary slightly with light and growing conditions. ## Siting Give this perennial full sun in cooler climates or partial shade where summers are warm. [RHS species profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/100859/aquilegia-vulgaris/details) recommends fertile, moist but well-drained soil and lists columbines for flower borders and beds. Keep soil evenly moist while plants establish, then water during extended dry spells; avoid persistently soggy ground. Species flowering is generally in spring into early summer, with timing shifting by climate. ## Maintenance Cut flowering stems back after bloom if you want a tidier plant; [RHS species profile](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/100859/aquilegia-vulgaris/details) recommends post-flowering cutback. Leave a few seed heads if you want seedlings to appear, and remove them before they mature if you prefer to limit self-sowing. Check new foliage for powdery mildew and maintain air movement around crowded plants.