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Delphinium grandiflorum Blue Butterfly

Chinese Larkspur (Dwarf Delphinium)

Open panicles of bright blue flowers are displayed above the fern-like foliage.

  • »  Produces open panicles of electric-blue flowers
  • »  Compact, clump forming, fern-like foliage
  • »  Bloom Time: June to July
  • »  Flower Size: 3-4 cm

1 Litre
$17.33
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:3
  • Height:30-45 cm
  • Spread:30-45 cm
  • Bloom Color: Blue
Exposure
Full Sun
Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
Moist to Average
Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
Medium
Attributes
Cut Flower/Foliage
Flowering Time
Lt. Spr-Sum
Habit
Clumping
Compact
Foliage Color
Green (dark)
Landscape uses
Border/edging
Rock garden
Planting instructions
Container Plants
Additional Information about Delphinium grandiflorum 'Blue Butterfly'

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 grandiflorum 'Blue Butterfly'

Grows best in a fertile, well-drained, average to moist soil, in full sun with afternoon shade. Shelter from strong winds is recommended. Deadheading may result in a prolonged bloom time. Delphiniums can be short-lived (2-3 yrs).