Delphinium cardinale

Also Known As

Scarlet Larkspur

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-6'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

4a-10b

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Delphinium cardinale plant details

Delphinium cardinale is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delphinium cardinale

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delphinium cardinale

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is the tall Southern California native Delphinium. It has deep tuberous roots and sends up stems to 6 ft. tall! The tall stalks bear dozens of bright red, long spurred, elf-cap shaped flowers across with yellow throats. Spectacular at the back of flower beds. Unlike the Northern California Delphinium, this one does not flower until late Spring or early Summer. Loves heat - so will do best in our hotter areas in semi-dry gardens. Usually goes somewhat dormant after bloom (so no water then). Well drained soil.