Bare Root Dwarf Larkspur (Delphinium tricorne)

Hardy, herbaceous, North American perennial
Description: Clusters of delicate, blue, spurred flowers bloom from mid to late spring; some flowers may be blue and white variegated; finely cut, palmately lobed leaves
Habit: Reaches 2 feet in height; plants go dormant during the summer after setting seed
Culture: Prefers dappled shade and well-drained garden loam; plant the tuber’s growing tip just below the soil surface
Hardiness: Cold hardy to USDA Zone 4

This North American delphinium species is native from Pennsylvania to Georgia and west to Nebraska and Oklahoma. Its species name tricorne refers to the horned appearance of the three-part seed capsules. The Dwarf Larkspur was brought into cultivation during the early nineteenth century, and is suitable for the front of a shady border or the wild garden.

This plant is toxic and is therefore avoided by deer.

This plant will ship bare root.

Bare root planting tips:

~ If you can't plant immediately, store your plant in a cool location and keep the roots moist or pot in a container with a nursery potting mix from your local garden center.

~ Before planting, let the roots soak for several hours as you prepare the site. You'll want to dig a large enough hole so the root mass can spread out and the plant is at the same soil level as when it was growing in the nursery.

~ Once planted, water it in well and wait a month before fertilizing. Mulching will help to maintain moisture and raise soil temperatures for faster growth.