Description
Delphinium (Larkspur)
Delphinium spp.
Plant Type
Herbaceous Perennial
Herbaceous Perennial
Sun Exposure
Full Sun to Part Shade
Full Sun to Part Shade
Water Needs
Moderate to High
Moderate to High
Hardiness Zones
USDA Zones 3 – 7
USDA Zones 3 – 7
Height / Spread
3–6 ft / 1.5–2 ft
3–6 ft / 1.5–2 ft
Bloom Time
Early to Mid Summer
Early to Mid Summer
About Delphinium
Delphinium is the undisputed queen of the cottage garden, renowned for its towering, dramatic spires packed with vivid, show-stopping blossoms. Famous for producing rare and true shades of deep cobalt blue, sky blue, indigo, purple, pink, and crisp white, Delphiniums bring unmatched vertical structure, elegance, and classic charm to sunny perennial borders.
Key Features
- Dazzling Blue Tones: Highly prized for offering vibrant, true blue shades that are exceptionally rare among garden perennials.
- Hummingbird & Bee Magnet: Dense floral spikes provide abundant nectar for hummingbirds, bumblebees, and butterflies.
- Stunning Cut Flowers: Exceptional focal points for fresh vertical floral arrangements and bouquets.
- Deer & Rabbit Resistant: Naturally unpalatable to deer and rabbits due to compounds in the foliage.
Grower’s Tip: Delphiniums prefer rich, fertile, moist soil with good drainage and cool summer roots. Provide shelter from strong winds or stake the tall flower spikes early in the season to protect them. Cutting back spent flower stalks to the base right after the first bloom can encourage a second display in late summer or fall.
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