Photo of Delphinium nuttallii flower by Keeping it Green Nursery

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Delphinium nuttallii

Also Known As

  • Nuttall's Larkspur
  • Upland Larkspur

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-20"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Delphinium nuttallii plant details

Delphinium nuttallii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring blue flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Delphinium nuttallii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Delphinium nuttallii

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Stunning deep blue/purple spires of flowers are almost iridescent, This eye catcher is native to our endangered Prairie-Oak ecosystems in the Northwest. So don't be afraid to use it in your naturalized areas as well as your formal beds, it doesn't mind a little neglect. Care should be taken when planting in areas with livestock as it can be toxic.
Blooms: spring, mid blue/ deciduous, palmate foliage Zone 4-9. 8"-20", PNW part shade-sun, moist, well drained

Gardening facts about Delphinium nuttallii plant

How to Grow Delphinium nuttallii

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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