Delphinium consolida Imperial QIS Lilac - Larkspur seeds

Delphinium Imperial QIS® Lilac is an elegant annual variety, cultivated for its soft mauve, long floral spikes, ideal for cut flowers or romantic gardens. With an upright and airy habit, this plant produces straight, sturdy stems reaching between 80 and 100 cm, adorned with slightly wavy double flowers. It thrives in sunny positions and rich, well-drained soils. Whether in pots or in the ground, it offers generous and continuous flowering from May to September, provided it is lightly staked if exposed to wind. Perfect for cottage garden borders or beds, it also makes lovely rustic bouquets.

Delphinium Imperial QIS® Lilac is an annual cultivar from the Ranunculaceae family, belonging to the genus Consolida, often considered synonymous with Delphinium in horticultural classification. Its full botanical name is now Consolida ajacis, although synonyms such as Delphinium consolida or Consolida ambigua are also used. This species is native to the Mediterranean basin, particularly southern Europe and western Asia, where it grows naturally in open meadows and grassy areas, thriving in well-drained, sunny soils. The QIS® Lilac cultivar has been selected for its exceptional qualities as a cut flower, offering remarkable uniformity, intense colour, and robust stems. It has an upright habit, reaching a height of 80 to 100 cm, with sturdy stems bearing dense floral spikes 25 to 30 cm long in the year of sowing. The flowers are mostly double, with a small percentage being single, and measure approximately 2 to 3 cm in diameter. Flowering extends from May to September. The medium green foliage is finely divided and the stems are smooth and sturdy. The root system is a taproot, making the plant sensitive to disturbance during transplanting.

Delphinium Imperial QIS Lilac integrates elegantly into compositions. Its pale mauve spikes, standing tall on robust stems, bring majestic structure to sunny borders. To accentuate this height, pair it with Ammi visnaga, whose white umbels offer airy lightness, and Linum perenne 'Sapphire, which adds a touch of delicate blue. A few notes of scabious 'Black Knight' subtly warm the ensemble. This variety is also excellent for bouquets, thanks to the vase life of its cut flowers, which can even be dried. To prepare for drying, cut the open flowers into small bunches, hang the stems upside down, and store them in a dry, well-ventilated area away from sunlight.