Tall Larkspur - Delphinium exaltatum

Phonetic:  del-FIN-ee-um eks-all-TAY-tum

Tall Larkspur thrives in rich well-drained soil in full sun to shade. It is an important mid-summer nectar source for hummingbirds with a much later bloom time than other Delphinium species.

• Hardiness:  4 - 8
• Native Northeast Region:  BONAP Map
• BONAP Map Key Color Guide: Map Color Key
• Sun Exposure:  Full Sun to Shade
• Flower Color:  Purple
• Bloom Time:  July, August
• Soil Type:  Medium, Medium-Dry
• Mature Plant Size:  4'H, 2'W
• Plant Spacing:  2-3'
• Host Plant: Spotted Straw
• Attracts:  Bees, Hummingbirds
• Advantages:  Deer resistant
• Landscape Uses: Cottage garden, borders, mass planted
• Companion Plants: Joe Pye Weed, Foxglove Beardtongue
• Groundhog Resistant