Delphinium Black Knight Group (Candle Larkspur)

Most impressive, Delphinium Black Knight Group (Candle Larkspur) is a perennial with sturdy flower spikes, densely packed with semi-double, dark purple, almost black, flowers adorned with black eyes. Blooming for weeks from early to midsummer, this Pacific hybrid adds a wonderful architectural presence in the garden and draws attention from quite a distance. Rising from a low mound of lobed green leaves, this aristocrat of the garden soars to the heavens, standing tall and proud amongst the sunny border. Splendid in cottage gardens.

• Grows up to 5-6 ft. tall (150-180 cm) and 2-3 ft. wide (60-90 cm). Will require staking.
• Performs best in full sun in fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soils. Provide a sheltered location to protect your plants from strong winds.
• Attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies, but ignored by deer and rabbits!
• A welcomed addition to beds and borders, cottage gardens, or city gardens. For the best visual impact, plant your Delphiniums in groups. Excellent as cut flowers, they deserve a spot in your cutting garden.
• No pruning is required except deadheading; cut stems down to ground level at the end of the growing season.
• Propagate by basal softwood cuttings in spring, or by division in early spring or early autumn.
• Keep an eye out for slugs, snails, leaf miners, caterpillars, powdery mildew, and crown rot.
• All parts of the plant may cause severe discomfort if ingested.
• Toxic to dogs, toxic to cats, toxic to horses. Poisoning is rare in humans, however, seeds and plants if ingested can lead to severe illness, paralysis, and even death.