Delphiniums are tall, elegant flowering plants known for their striking spikes adorned with numerous small flowers. The blooms come in a variety of colors, including blue, purple, pink, and white, often featuring dark centers. The leaves are deeply lobed and can be quite lush, providing a beautiful contrast to the vibrant flowers. These plants can reach heights of up to six feet and are commonly found in gardens and floral arrangements.
Delphiniums are best planted in fertile, deep, well-drained soil. They do not tolerate "wet-feet", which is why they rot.
Larkspurs are irregularly shaped, and they bloom in a loose, vertical grouping at the upper end of the stalk. It has both petals and sepals. They come in a variety of colors including spikes of red, pink, violet, and white. They look identical to perennial Delphiniums. For a photo, see The Flower Expert (in Related Links).
Yes, delphiniums thrive in full sun to partial shade. They prefer at least 6 hours of sunlight a day to bloom and grow vigorously. Insufficient sunlight can lead to leggy growth and poor flowering.
Ronald C. Parrett has written: 'Delphiniums'
Cut the flower stem back to the leaf below and you will get another flower later.
Daisies, daffodils, delphiniums, dandelion, dahlia, day lily, dogwood
That delphinium is a lovely, vivid shade of blue.She planted some delphiniums in her garden last year.
Sure! Some blue flowers include hydrangeas, forget-me-nots, delphiniums, and cornflowers.
Delphiniums love cold climates and hate dry hot climates. They must be protected from hard winds due to the height of the plant.
To create a vibrant and colorful garden using red geraniums and blue delphiniums, plant them in separate groupings or rows to showcase their distinct colors. Ensure they receive adequate sunlight and water, and use well-draining soil. Consider adding complementary plants or flowers to enhance the overall visual appeal of the garden.
Arthur Geoffrey Puttock has written: 'The hydrangea' 'Tomatoes, cucumbers and melons' 'The cyclamen' 'Bulbs and corms' 'Delphiniums and campanulas' 'Lovely fuchsias'
Delphiniums are a perennial flower that is considered short lived as it usually will only grow back for three or four years. The normal colour of a Delphinium is blue but this flower is also available in white, violet, yellow, red and pink.