Clark Valley Larkspur

Delphinium geraniifolium

Clark Valley Larkspur

Patrick Alexander from Las Cruces, NM

Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Ranunculaceae
Genus:
Delphinium
Species:
Delphinium geraniifolium

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:
Perennial
Growth Habit:
Geophyte
Height:
3-4 ft
Light Requirements:
Full Sun
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Months:
jun, jul, aug, sep, oct
Bloom Colors:
White, Pink, Blue, Purple

Native Range

United States: Arizona

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:
rich, well-drained loamy soil
pH:
6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
Drainage:
excellent drainage required
Moisture:
consistently moist
Notes:
prefers cool, mountainous regions