Aquilegia vulgaris 'Leprechaun Gold'

A playful columbine with leaves streaked and speckled with gold and green creating a bright spot in the shady garden. Clumps to 18" tall are topped in April with violet purple flowers, a dramatic contrast.  Whenever the foliage looks tired, simply cut to the ground and new, fresh leaves will appear. Sun works on the coast but light shade is best inland -- in rich soil with regular summer water.  Frost hardy to at least -30F, USDA zone 4.