Standard in traditional perennial gardens and prized for their stately beauty. Spirelike flower stalks reach their full height in their second season. Taller varieties may require staking or plant next to walls or near supporting shrubs. Take cut flowers to encourage reflowering.
MF: Stately plants growing to 5', with single or double flowers on erect spikes.
grand. (Chinese Delphinium) is a tufted perennial gorwoing to 18" with a spread of 12". Leaves are finely divided into narrow lobes. The large bright blue flowers bloom over a long period of the summer.
Care and Maintenance:
Do not plant where water may pool. Very frost hardy. Prefer full sun with shelter from strong winds. Well drained, fertile soil.
