Delphinium elatum 'Sunny Skies'

English Larkspur, Alpine Delphinium, Candle Larkspur

Family: Ranunculaceae Crowfoot


Type Perennial
USDA Hardiness range 3B - 7B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Blue
Bloom time Mid Summer to Mid Fall
Water needs Moist
Landscape uses Border, foundation, massing, seashore, specimen
Height 4' to 6' / 1.20m to 1.80m
Spread 22" to 36" / 55cm to 90cm
Growth rate Moderate
Bloom attributes Suitable for cut flowers, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green
Fruit color n/a
Soil pH requirements Neutral, slightly alkaline
Soil type Sandy, loamy
Form Irregular or sprawling, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attractive foilage