How long does it take a columbine flower to go from seed to big enough to plant?

Columbines started indoors can take close to a month to germinate. When they are about 3 inches tall, you can harden them off and plant them. Remember that you won't get blooms that first year (they will bloom on the second). However, they are self-seeding plants once they are established and you will never go without once you have them going!



Almost forgot the best part! They seedlings usually very in color somewhat from their parent plants.



Have fun!



EDIT: If memory serves, they should be big enough to start setting them outside for a few hours (in mild weather in three to four weeks) and ready to plant soon afterwards.