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Delphinium elatum 'Blue Bird'

Blue Bird Giant Pacific Delphinium

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Information by: J.J. Neilson Arboretum        Photographer:

 

Description

Delphinium elatum 'Blue Bird' is an herbaceous perennial that reaches 6' tall and 2' wide. This plant prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun. Flowers are mid blue with a white bee; it blooms during the summer but will continue to bloom if dead flowers are removed. It likes regular water and planted in an area protected from wind due to the hollow stems. Stake if necessary. This beautiful flowering plant makes a great cut flower or in an English cottage garden. All parts are poisonous.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Blue, White, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Summer, Intermittent

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Rich, Well-drained, Moist

Soil pH

Acid, Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Woodland

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Summer

Location Uses

Background, Perennial Border, Raised Planter, Walls / Fences

Special Uses

Cut Flowers

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust will also break down and improve the soil.