Giant Larkspur Imperial Mix Seeds - Delphinium consolida

Giant Larskpur 'Imperial Mix' boasts numerous spikes of double flowers in a stunning host of colours including pink, blue, lavender and white. The 80 cm plants are well-branched. Annual delphiniums are hardy, easy-to-grow plants that are popular for cutting. The tall flower spikes stand out at the back of summer beds and borders, gorgeous in front of lower-growing perennials. Direct sow in spring in rich, cool soil, in a sunny, sheltered position.

Delphinium 'Imperial Mix' is one of the many hybrids 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 80 cm tall floral stems in summer. From June to September, double, cup-shaped blooms appear, gathered on tall, erect spires. The display a wide array of harmonious shades.

The characteristic silhouette of Delphiniums always brings an elegant fullness, verticality and charm to perennial beds. For a romantic touch, combine them 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.