Pagan Purples delphinium
Delphinium elatum 'Pagan Purples'
USDA zones3 to 8
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size4 to 6 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Blue, pink, purple, white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Pagan Purples' delphinium (Delphinium elatum 'Pagan Purples') is a perennial for borders and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist soil of most types. Its erect stems rise well above the leaves and draw butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds. Deer and rabbits tend to browse other plants first. Tall stems may need staking in windy spots.
Pairs well with Henryi clematis, Magnus coneflower, Willow bell, and Baby's breath.