Scientific Name
Delphinium cultivars
Common Name
Delphinium

Characteristics

Season
summer
Height
36-60 inches
Hardiness
USDA Hardiness Zone 2-7
Flower Color
blue, violet, white
Soil
well drained, alkaline soil
Exposure
full sun
Propagation
seed
North Carolina Regions
Mountains
Comments
Delphiniums lose vigor after 2 to 3 years and should be replaced with new seed grown plants. They only grow well in cool climates, so do best in the mountains of North Carolina.
Origin
Europe, hybrid origin

Prepared by: orginally by Alice B. Russell, retired Extension Specialist, NC State University
                     maintained and expanded by Erv Evans, Consumer Horticulturist, NC State University

Images: ©Alice B. Russell and Erv Evans

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