Delphinium Perennial Larkspur Mixed Seed

A stately perennial producing tall spikes of elegant flowers in a wide range of colours including blue, violet, pink, and white.

 

Perennial Larkspur is admired for its dramatic vertical presence in borders and cottage gardens, creating a striking backdrop or focal point.

 

Flowering through summer, it adds height, colour, and structure to displays while attracting bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

 

Hardy and long lived, it is a reliable choice for gardeners seeking bold seasonal impact with lasting value.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

Sow

 

February to June indoors, or April to June outdoors in prepared seed beds

Germination

21 to 28 days at 15 to 20°C

Soil and Position

Moist, fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife-friendly plantings

Height/Spread

90 to 150 cm tall × 30 to 60 cm spread

Flowering

June to August

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow indoors from February to June in trays of fine compost. Cover lightly and keep at 15 to 20°C until seedlings appear. Transplant when large enough to handle and grow on in cooler conditions. Harden off before planting out. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in prepared seed beds during spring or early summer.

 

Grow and Maintenance

 

Perennial Larkspur prefers fertile, well-drained soil and a sunny position. Water regularly during dry spells and feed occasionally for best performance. Tall flower spikes may require staking in exposed sites. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage further flowering. Once established, plants are hardy and return reliably each year.

 

Uses and Benefits

 

Tall spikes of flowers in mixed colours

Hardy perennial for borders and cottage gardens

Long flowering season through summer

Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Adds height, colour, and structure to displays

 

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