Delphinium x Delgenius™ 'Shelby'
larkspur
- Multi-branching stems
- Lavender spires of double flowers bloom in Summer
- Attracts butterflies
- Attracts hummingbirds
- Deer resistant
- Reblooming
- Category: Perennial
- Hardiness Zone: 3-8
- Height: 18-24 in
- Spread: 18-24 in
- Bloom Color: Purple Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
A cutting gardener's dream! Well-branched strong sturdy stems shoot up from a frilly mound of green foliage. Tall spires of double lavender flowers bloom in early summer and continue till fall. Large flowers attract butterflies and hummingbirds!
Better genetics from plant breeder Bart Noordhuis produces Bee Delphiniums with excellent disease resistance, increased hardiness, and multiple branching stems - which means it is great for cutting gardens. Deer resistant!
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Long Blooming |
| • | Reblooming |
| • | Summer Bloomer |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Lavender |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Delphinium x Delgenius™ 'Shelby'
Plant in full sun and average, well-draining soil. Remove spent flowers to encourage repeat blooms. Prune back frosted foliage in late fall or early winter. The compact size means they don't need to be staked!