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Delphinium exaltatum

Tall Larkspur

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Delphinium exaltatum (Tall Larkspur)

In July and August, stately spikes of purplish blue flowers appear on tall stems of the plant and brings real grace to any landscape. The shallowly cut foliage forms a nice mound. Butterflies, bees, and other pollinators visit the flowers. It also makes a unique and excellent cut flower.

Additional Information:


Height
36-48 Inches

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Spread
18-24 Inches

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Bloom/Seasonal Color
Purple Blue


USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions
Ox-eye Sunflower (Heliopsis helianthoides), Prairie Blazing Star (Liatris pycnostachya), Wild Bergamot (Monarda fistulosa), Wild Quinine (Parthenium integrifolium), Foxglove Beard Tongue (Penstemon digitalis), Meadow Phlox (Phlox maculata)

Characteristics & Attributes

Hydrologic Designation

FAC

Nature Attracting

Butterfly
Beneficial Insects

Root

Fibrous

Season of Interest

Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

Moderate
Average

Special Uses

Fresh Cut Flower

Sun Exposure

Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

Wildlife Benefit

Butterfly Nectar