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Delphinium elatum Aurora Deep Purple
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Delphinium elatum Aurora Deep Purple


Aurora Delphinium

USDA Zone: 3-9

Plant number: 1.175.780


The AURORA series of Delphinium offers excellent uniformity and hybrid vigor with flowers tightly packed on sturdy stems. They form stately spires of flowers in early summer, over a mound of deeply-cut green leaves. This selection features tall spires of royal purple, semi-double flowers each with a white bee or centre. Excellent for cutting. Trim back spent stems to the base to encourage repeat bloom later in the autumn. Be on the watch for aphids, slugs and powdery mildew, all common problems with Delphiniums. Staking the individual flower stems in June as they begin to elongate is wise, to help avoid wind damage.

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Delphinium elatum Aurora Deep Purple


Optimal Growing
Conditions
Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Flower Colour
  Purple
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Cut Flower
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen
Height
   90-120 cm
   35-47 inches
Spread
   60-90 cm
   23-35 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium