Product Description
Delphinium grandiflorum 'Summer Morning' (30)ct FlatCommon Name: Delphinium-Dwarf, Siberian larkspur.
Zone: 3 to 7.
Full Sun to part shade.
Height: 10 to 12 inches tall, spread 12 inches.
Moderate growth, herbaceous perennial clump-forming plant.
Totally unlike the tall, spiky Delphinium cultivars, this little beauty stands at a height of 10 to 12 inches and forms compact mounds of well-branched foliage. It puts on a spectacular show from early summer to fall, with romantic light pink flowers which cover the lacy leaves. Though it is short-lived, it is worth using as edging, a bedding plant, or in containers combined with pastel colored annuals.
Delphiniums grow best in rich fertile, medium moisture, well-drained soil, with a basic pH and protection from wind. Add lime to acidic soil and fertilize regularly, preferably with compost or manure. When planting, be sure to set the crown at or above soil level to avoid rot. Delphiniums can be grown in partial shade, though full sun may help to prevent powdery mildew.
These perennials tend to be short-lived and often start to lose their vigor after 2 to 3 years. Expect to replant them every few years or propagate new plants from basal cuttings of the original specimens. 'Blue Butterfly' sometimes self-seeds, especially in cool-summer regions.
Attributes: Border plants, Container, Cut flowers, Edging, Mass planting. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Deer and rabbit resistant
Thirty (30) plants per flat (or tray). Approximate Plug Measurements: 3 inches deep x 2 inches wide.
Other Details
The most important part of the plant is its root system. Healthy roots are the foundation of a healthy, vibrant plant. The type of plug container used is based on the specific needs of the plants. Perennials offered as bare root traditionally perform better when planted as bare root.Planted in a specialized mix, potted plants have well established root systems. Top growth stage will vary depending on the current life cycle and time of year when shipped. In Winter and early Spring dormant plants may be shipped. Dormant plants may be planted right away, even before the last frost date.
Most bare root varieties are field grown for at least one season, though Hemerocallis and Hosta are grown for two seasons. The bulk of the soil is removed during the harvesting process and the tops of most varieties are trimmed back to the crown. They are graded, packed in shredded aspen or sphagnum moss and stored in freezers until ready to be shipped.
See our Container Sizes and Bare Root Perennials pages for more information.
Plant information and care is provided in the Overview section, Plant Genus Page and general information is provided in the Planting Care & Guides. Additional questions can be asked on each Plant page.
Plant Spacing: Using the maximum mature spread or width of a plant to guide spacing, ensures space to grow to full size. To fill an area sooner, plant them closer together. Just remember, future thinning or transplanting may be needed.
Water: Keep a close eye on newly planted perennials, especially throughout the first growing year. Most early plant loss is due to too much or too little water!
