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Delphinium elatum Purple Passion

Larkspur

Intense deep purple blossoms have contrasting white centres.

  • »  Purple flowers with a white centre
  • »  Sturdy, upright stems with large, deeply divided, mid-green leaves
  • »  Bred for their improved vigour and heat tolerance
  • »  Bloom Time: Summer

1gal
$20.83
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:125-150 cm
  • Spread:60-70 cm
  • Bloom Color: Purple
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Delphinium elatum 'Purple Passion'

The genus name 'Delphinium' originates from the Greek word Delphis, for "dolphin", as the individual flowers resemble a dolphin's nose.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Delphinium elatum 'Purple Passion'

Grows best in a fertile, well-drained, average to moist soil, in full sun. Shelter from strong winds is recommended. May require staking when the plant is about 30-40 cm tall. When new shoots appear in spring, remove all but two or three of the strongest stems for good, quality, flower spikes. On more established plants, leave five to seven, strong shoots. Deadheading may produce later blooms. Delphinium can be short-lived (2-3 yrs), although the 'New Millennium Series' have been bred to withstand more heat and humidity and are cold-hardy.