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Tall Larkspur Seeds

Delphinium exaltatum

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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow tall larkspur seeds in late fall, planting just below the surface of rich soil. To plant in the spring, mix Delphinium Exaltatum seeds with moist sand and store them in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing. This seed can also be planted indoors on the surface of a flat, and kept evenly moist and at a temperature of 60-65 degrees F until germination. Transplant seedlings after the last chance of frost.

Growing: Water the plants occasionally, especially in periods of dry weather. Avoid overwatering, since good drainage produces the healthiest growth. Keep weeds down, since this plant does not like competition. Remove wilted blossoms for the best blooming; if blooming decreases, the entire plant can be cut back for new growth and possible second blooming. If the flowers are left to mature, they will readily reseed. This plant attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and resists deer.

Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems near the ground and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water. Handle these plants with care, since the seeds and leaves contain poison.

Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, this plant will produce papery light brown seed pods that open at the top when ripe. Mature seed will be a dark brown color. Remove entire stalks of ripe seed pods and spread them out to dry. Alternatively, the plants can be shaken over a container to remove the seed from the open pods. Store the cleaned tall larkspur seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Delphinium exaltatum

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7

US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 14,700

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Height: 48 Inches

Color: Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers

Tall Larkspur Seeds 5.0
Review By Olivia

Great quality

This is my first purchase from everwilde. The service was fast, easy, and seems to be great quality.

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~100 Seeds) $3.75 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $9.60 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $28.00 Notify Me
1 Oz Mylar (~14,700 Seeds) $80.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

IN-STOCK ORDERS SHIP WITHIN THE NEXT BUSINESS DAY. The deep purple spires of this tall perennial will attract hummingbirds to your garden! This rather unusual native is a cousin of the domesticated delphinium and is often found growing in the wild in open woodland areas.
This native cousin of the delphinium grows in the wild, often found thriving in open woodland areas. The genus name Delphinium comes from a Greek word meaning dolphin, referring to the unique shape of the blossoms; the species name "ajacis" comes from the Greek myth that these flowers first grew in the place where the great warrior Ajax committed suicide. The common name of larkspur comes from the supposed resemblance of the blossoms to the claw of a lark. Native Americans and early settlers used the bright flowers of this plant to make blue ink. Larkspur is the flower of the month of July, and symbolizes a carefree or fickle heart.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow tall larkspur seeds in late fall, planting just below the surface of rich soil. To plant in the spring, mix Delphinium Exaltatum seeds with moist sand and store them in the refrigerator for 60 days before direct sowing. This seed can also be planted indoors on the surface of a flat, and kept evenly moist and at a temperature of 60-65 degrees F until germination. Transplant seedlings after the last chance of frost.

Growing: Water the plants occasionally, especially in periods of dry weather. Avoid overwatering, since good drainage produces the healthiest growth. Keep weeds down, since this plant does not like competition. Remove wilted blossoms for the best blooming; if blooming decreases, the entire plant can be cut back for new growth and possible second blooming. If the flowers are left to mature, they will readily reseed. This plant attracts hummingbirds and butterflies and resists deer.

Harvesting: For fresh flowers, cut the stems near the ground and place them in water immediately; strip the leaves that will fall below the water. Handle these plants with care, since the seeds and leaves contain poison.

Seed Saving: After the flowers fade, this plant will produce papery light brown seed pods that open at the top when ripe. Mature seed will be a dark brown color. Remove entire stalks of ripe seed pods and spread them out to dry. Alternatively, the plants can be shaken over a container to remove the seed from the open pods. Store the cleaned tall larkspur seeds in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Delphinium exaltatum

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7

US Regions: Midwest, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 14,700

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade

Height: 48 Inches

Color: Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer

Uses: Hummingbirds, Cut Flowers

Reviews

5.00
Global Rating: 5.00 from 1 reviews
5.0

Review By Olivia

Great quality

This is my first purchase from everwilde. The service was fast, easy, and seems to be great quality.

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