Ball® Horticultural Company
Family
Ranunculaceae
Botanical Name
DELPHINIUM 'Guardian Mix'( GUARDIAN SERIES)
Plant Common Name
Delphinium, Guardian Mix Larkspur, Larkspur
General Description
Blooming in shades of white, lavender, pink and blue, these gorgeous delphiniums bear tall, elegant spires of flowers in late spring to early summer. A mixture of hybrids from the Guardian Series, these vigorous perennials were bred for their predictably uniform flowers and early blooming habit. Their semi-double flowers are densely borne on strong, slender stems, and feature small white “bees”, or central tufts of stamens. The showy blooms rise from clumps of deeply lobed, rich green foliage, and are visited by hummingbirds, bees and butterflies.
Plant delphiniums in full sun and moist, fertile, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Preferring areas with cool to moderate summer weather, they falter when exposed to very hot temperatures. The tall flowering stems may require staking to prevent toppling, and windy sites should be avoided. After the flowers fade, promptly cut back the stems to any lower flowering side shoots to encourage extended blooming. Monitor closely for slugs and snails in spring, as these can damage new growth.
Tall delphiniums add drama to mixed beds and borders with their beautiful colors and striking vertical habit. Their gorgeous blooms also make outstanding cut flowers. Often short-lived, these perennials are frequently treated as annuals or biennials, particularly in areas with long, hot summers.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
8 - 3
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USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 7
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Sunset Zone
A1, A2, A3, 1a, 1b, 2a, 2b, 3a, 3b, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24
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Plant Type
Perennial
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
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Height
30"-40" / 76.2cm - 101.6cm
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Width
10"-15" / 25.4cm - 38.1cm
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Bloom Time
Spring, Late Spring, Early Summer
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Native To
Hybrid Origin
Ornamental Features
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Flower Interest
Showy
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Flower Color
White, Blue, Purple, Pink, Lavender
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Foliage Color (Spring)
Green
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Foliage Color (Summer)
Green
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Foliage Color (Fall)
Green
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Fragrant Flowers
No
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Fragrant Fruit
No
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Fragrant Foliage
No
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Bark or Stem Fragrant
No
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Flower Petal Number
Semi-Double
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Repeat Bloomer
Yes
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Showy Fruit
No
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Edible Fruit
No
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Showy Foliage
No
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Foliage Texture
Medium
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Foliage Sheen
Glossy
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Evergreen
No
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Showy Bark
No
