Description
Common Name: Larkspur, Aurora blue delphinium
Tall spikes of vivid blue, semi-double flowers with white bee centers appear in spring on sturdy stems and bloom through summer.
Combining excellent uniformity and hybrid vigour, Aurora(™) series delphinium features sturdy stems with small, deeply green leaves, making them especially useful as a cut flower.
Delphinium are tall, stately perennials and an old-time favourite. Plants bloom early summer. Taller types have hollow stems and may require staking to protect from wind and rain. Plant near the back of the border.
Size: 3.0” potted plant
Height: 36.0-40.0”
Spread: 24.0-36.0”
Flower Description: The semi-double flowers grow in densely packed spires and have blue, petal-like sepals with a bee of pure white, true petals in the center of the flower.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Sun.
Soil Type: Best grown in fertile, humus rich, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Delphiniums are also heavy feeders and benefit from the addition of humus to the soil. Performs well in alkaline soils.
Hardiness Zones: 4,5,6,7,8,9,10
Attributes: Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Showy Flower, Rebloomer, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Butterflies
Care: Promptly cut back spent flower spikes to the basal foliage after bloom to encourage an additional late summer and/or fall bloom, Stake the individual stems to avoid wind damage.
