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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).