Delphinium Moerheimii - Larkspur

Delphinium 'Moerheimii' is a perennial larkspur in the Belladonna Group that is less spectacular than the 'Pacific' hybrids, but it is easier to grow and has a more natural appearance. This very bright variety offers long, airy spikes in summer, adorned with single, light and pure white flowers, enhanced by small pale yellow spots. This larkspur thrives in cool and humus-rich soils tolerates partial shade well. It is also more resistant to diseases and pests. An excellent perennial for borders, faithful and charming like the flowers of the past. 

Delphinium 'Moerheimii' is a plant of the Ranunculaceae family belonging to a group of perennial varieties obtained by cross-breeding the Delphinium elatum and D. grandiflorum. 'Moerheimii' stands out for its good tolerance to partially shaded exposures. It reaches a height between 1m (3ft) and 1.30m (4ft), giving it an erect habit, but often requiring staking. Floral stems emerge from a clump of large palmate and finely divided leaves, usually in June-July. If the faded flower spikes are pruned, flowering will resume in September, depending on the climate. This variety produces unbranched spikes, 40cm (16in) long, adorned with 3 to 4cm (1 to 2in) diameter, single, graceful and light flowers. They are slightly translucent white, with a small yellow mark at the centre. The plant develops from a woody rootstock that sinks vertically into the soil. Its above-ground, deciduous vegetation emerges in spring and dries up in autumn. Young shoots must be protected from slugs, which are very fond of them. 

Delphiniums are herbaceous perennial plants that are always very noticeable in a garden. Belladonna hybrid Delphiniums allow us to appreciate these plants in a different way, with the joy of finding them faithfully where we expect them, for several years. Their characteristic silhouette always adds height, verticality and a lot of charm to perennial plant borders, with an added lightness. They are good companions for moss or gallica roses, with which they form charming and romantic scenes. You can also create another beautiful combination with daylilies and hybrid mulleins. Their flowers hold up well in bouquets.

Note: From March to September, the stems of our delphiniums are pruned short to promote better branching of the stump and achieve optimal rooting. This pruning also prevents the stems from breaking during transport.