Delphinium Blue Cloud Seeds - Annual Larkspur

Larskpur 'Blue Cloud' is a very attractive selection that displays light, airy spikes of rich purplish-blue flowers from July to September over delicate green foliage. The medium-sized plants are exquisitely graceful and easier to grow than the taller, heavier-spiked hybrids. Perfect for summer beds and borders! Direct sow in spring in rich, cool soil, in a sunny, sheltered position.

Delphinium 'Blue Cloud' belongs to the Cloud series, selected from Field Larkspur (D. consolida), a winter-germinating annual that occurs naturally in sandy or chalky cornfields. Annual delphiniums are hardy, fast-growing plants that form a wide 35-40 cm clump. The leaves are palmately divided or lobed, soft green in colour, topped with 75 cm tall, well-branched floral stems in summer. From June to September, a myriad of small, single spurred blooms appear, gathered on light, airy spires. They display a lovely bright purplish-blue colour and are a magnet to foraging insects. Flowers are followed by seeds that self-propagate easily in light, well-drained soil.

The characteristic silhouette of Delphiniums always brings an elegant fullness, verticality and charm to perennial beds. This particular selection has a beautiful wildflower appearance. For a romantic touch, combine it with old roses and Baby's Breath. The long-lasting blooms are particularly suitable for cutting. For dried flower arrangements, hang small bouquets upside down in a dry, well-ventilated place, away from direct sunlight.