A wonderful, native larkspur species. Has a graceful, vertical architecture and a long bloom period. Tubular flowers are highly sought after by bumblebees. Flower color varies from a soft lavender to a deep purple, with each individual plant displaying it's own unique shade. We recommend grouping these plants because the varied gradients of color play off one another creating a harmonious mixture of tones.
This species native to the North American Midwest and is considered a near native in Ontario.
Height : 3-4 feet (90-120cm) Spread : 1-3 feet (30-90cm)
Bloom Period : July to August
Light : Full sun
Water : Medium
Soil : Sand, loam, clay
Zone : 4-8
Deer and Rabbit Resistance : Yes
Native Habitat : Meadows, plains and dry upland woods
Landscape Uses : Butterfly garden, pollinator garden, prairies, naturalization