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Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain

Also Known As

  • Delphinium elata 'New Heights'
  • Delphinium elatum 'New Heights Strain'
  • New Heights Delphinium

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain plant details

Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue, pink and purple flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: blue, pink and purple blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, repeat-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stately stems to 4' of elegant double flowers in shades of blue to lavender purple in June. Cut back for rebloom. Increases well & highly recommended.

Gardening facts about Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain plant

How to Grow Delphinium elatum New Heights Strain

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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