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Delphinium

Dramatic flowers are excellent cut, or beautiful at the back or center of the garden. Especially attractive with foxglove, tall bearded iris and peony. Fertilize well and stake for best results. Cut back after flowering for rebloom. Attracts hummingbirds.

Companion Plants

Gaura

Gayfeather

Iceland Poppy

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Delphinium

  • Botanical name

    Delphinium

  • Variety

    Dark Blue

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 7 (0°F).

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    36-42" (91-107 cm)

  • Habit

    Tall

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    Weekly during dry spells

  • Bloom Color

    Blue

  • Bloom Time

    Fall

  • Maintenance

    Remove spent blooms

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Priscilla D.'s collection