Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Ranunculaceae

Genus:

Delphinium

Species:

Delphinium alpestre

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Geophyte

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Drought Tolerance:

High

Bloom Months:

jun, jul, aug

Bloom Colors:

Blue

Native Range

United States: Colorado, New Mexico

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rocky, well-drained, calcareous soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

native to alpine regions with limestone substrates

Germination Information