Sunny Skies delphinium
Delphinium elatum 'Sunny Skies'
USDA zones3 to 7
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
'Sunny Skies' delphinium (Delphinium elatum 'Sunny Skies') 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. The erect stems reach 47 to 71 inches tall and draw butterflies, hummingbirds, bees, and birds. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal. You may want to stake the tall stems in windy spots.
Pairs well with Coneflower, Willow bell, and Baby's breath.