Stately spikes of purplish blue flowers on tall stems bloom in July and August. This first-rate plant brings real grace to any landscape. Handsome shallowly cut foliage forms a nice mound. Butterflies, bees and other pollinators visit the flowers. Excellent cut flower.
Native Plant Database
Header Photo: Mervin Wallace
Tall Larkspur
Delphinium exaltatum
Plant Type: Herbaceous Perennials
Native Environment: Savanna / Woodland
Season of Interest: Late (July - frost)
Main Color: Blue, Purple
Fall Color:
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil
Moisture
Dry, Moderate

Nature Attracting
Butterfly, Pollinators/Beneficial Insects

Wildlife Benefit
Butterfly / Moth Nectar, Food/Pollinators

Animal
Resistance
Deer Resistant
Size
Height:
36 to
48
inches
Spread:
18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 36 to
48
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Size
Height: 36 to
48
inches
Spread: 18 to
24
inches
Typical Landscape Use
Grow in the perennial border, native plant garden, cut flower garden or wildflower meadow. Makes an excellent focal point.
Establishment and Care Instructions
Grow in full to medium sun in well-drained soil. Overly rich soil may cause plants to rot.
Special Features
Special Usage
Fresh Cut Flower
Basic Description
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