A very attractive perennial with handsome spikes of brightly coloured blue flowers. Max Height 2m. Max Spread 80cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Harmful if eaten. Water thoroughly before planting.
Delphinium elatum
A very attractive perennial with handsome spikes of brightly coloured blue flowers
Additional information
| Generic | Delphinium |
|---|---|
| Species | elatum |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | blue |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Herbaceous |
| Height | 2m |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Spread | 80cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect, Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | Sheltered site |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Provide support, Dead head regularly |
| Border | Border, Cut flower |
| Toxicity | Harmful if eaten |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | Slugs and snails, Powdery mildew |
| Maintenance | Keep free from weeds, Requires support, Feed |
| Propagation | Stem cuttings, Seed |
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