Delphinium tricorne (Dwarf Larkspur)
Dwarf Larkspur, Spring Larkspur
Delphinium tricorne (Dwarf Larkspur) is a multi-stemmed herbaceous perennial boasting finely cut, palmately lobed leaves and loose clusters of up to 6-14 spurred, blue to dark purple flowers in the spring. Blooming for about 3 weeks in mid-late spring, the flowers, 1 in. across (2.5 cm), open in succession along upright fleshy stems. Each showy blossom features 5 spreading sepals, 4 very small petals, and a long tubular nectar spur extended behind. They give way to three horn-like fruit pods, hence the common name. Dwarf Larkspur creates a spectacular display in the spring woodland garden. Plant in drifts to enjoy iridescent blue-purple floral bouquets!
- Grows up to 12-18 in. tall and wide (30-45 cm).
- Performs best in full sun in fertile, slightly alkaline, moist, well-drained soils. Appreciates some afternoon shade in hot summer climates. 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 open woodland gardens. Best in groupings or massed. Makes excellent cut flowers.
- Plants may be grown from seed and may self-seed in the garden.
- 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.
- Native to woods and rocky slopes from Pennsylvania to Minnesota and Nebraska, south to Oklahoma, Arkansas, Alabama, and Georgia.
Delphinium (Larkspur): Plant Care and Growing Guide
Adding splendor and architectural height to borders, Delphiniums are elegant and stately perennials, biennials or annuals, which form incredibly eye-catching flower spikes in summer.Read More
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Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Delphinium - Larkspur |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" – 18" (30cm – 45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Midwest, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Northeast, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Southeast, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Southwest, Oklahoma |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 4
– 7 |
---|---|
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Delphinium - Larkspur |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spacing | 12" – 18" (30cm – 45cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Native Plants | United States, Midwest, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Northeast, Maryland, Pennsylvania, Southeast, Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia, Southwest, Oklahoma |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit |
Attracts | Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |