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Delphinium 'Guardian Blue'
Delphinium 'Guardian Blue', commonly known as delphinium (larkspur), is a classic border perennial known for its tall spires of densely packed flowers. It makes a dramatic statement towards the back of borders.
After around five years of growth, this plant typically reaches: Typically 120–150 cm tall with a spread of 45–60 cm after 5 years.
Recommended compost for planting: Plant in fertile, moisture-retentive compost with good drainage.
Key Features:
- Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming an attractive clump or spreading mound.
- Season of interest: Provides colour or foliage interest during the main growing season.
- Garden uses: Suitable for mixed borders, perennial beds, and many varieties also perform well in containers.
- Maintenance: Generally low maintenance; remove spent flowers and tidy old growth as needed.
Delphinium 'Guardian Blue' is a dependable choice for adding long-lasting interest and character to planting schemes.
Plant Details
| Flowering Period | June to July (early to mid-summer) |
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Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun in a location sheltered from strong winds. |
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| Support | Staking recommended to support tall flower spikes. |
Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Position & light
- Full sun· Sheltered
- Watering
- moderate
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained· Moist
- Mature size
- 1.5m high· 60cm wide
- Flowering
- Blue
- Foliage
- deciduous
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