Delphinium

Vibrant flowers are tightly packed on tall, upright spikes. Remove faded stalks to encourage additional flowering. An excellent choice for the perennial garden and as a cut flower in summer bouquets. May require staking and shelter from wind.

Companion Plants

Gaura

Gayfeather

Iceland Poppy

Plant Details

Common name

Delphinium
Botanical name

Delphinium elatum
Variety

Aurora Deep Purple
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

Summer-fall
Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

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Priscilla D.'s collection

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