Plant encyclopedia›commonName:"delphinium 'Blauwal'"

commonName:"delphinium 'Blauwal'"

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A tall, clump-forming perennial to 1.8m high in flower, with mounds of lobed and toothed leaves at the base. Tall spikes packed with clear blue flowers with dark 'eyes' are produced in summer

Scientific classification

Species: commonName:"delphinium 'Blauwal'" (Delphinium 'Blauwal')
Genus: Delphinium
Family: Ranunculaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 1.5-2.5 metres
Height: 0.5-1 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Clump forming
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of commonName:"delphinium 'Blauwal'"

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

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commonName:"delphinium 'Blauwal'" care guide

Water regularly, keeping the soil moist; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Water regularly, keeping the soil moist; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.

Fertilizing

Apply a high-phosphorus fertilizer every 2-3 weeks during the growing season.

Pruning

Deadhead main stem after flowering to encourage side shoots to flower. Cut back to ground level in autumn

Propagation

Propagate by division or by basal softwood cuttings in spring

Growing

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Shelter from strong winds and provide support (see staking: perennials). Divide every 2-5 years to maintain vigour. See staking: perennials and delphinium cultivation for further advice

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