delphinium
elatum
elatum
Care level
Difficult
This towering beauty can reach impressive heights of up to 6 feet, producing the most intensely blue flowers in the garden world. Each flower spike creates a magical display with dozens of tiny spurs that look like dolphins jumping through ocean waves, giving these plants their charming nickname.
Care & maintenance
Light
Light that enters through west or south-facing windows, the most intense light for your interior that will expose plants directly to sunlight.
Temperature
Wide range (-22°F - 77°F)
Fertilization frequency
High
Weekly during the growing period.
Soil
Choose a General purpose mix: A versatile blend with excellent water retention and aeration. Provides balanced nutrition and suitable drainage for a wide variety of houseplants.
If you want to create your own substrate, you can make a mixture of the following soils:
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Pot
Narrow/Deep
Prefer a pot that is taller than it is wide.
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Features
Size & growth
Very large
Upright
Moderate growth
This plant grows at a moderate rate. It can reach over 6 feet in height or spread.
It grows upwards without support.
Toxicity
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Reproduction & propagation
Fruits & flowers
Flowering & not self-pollinating
The delphinium elatum can produce flowers and therefore fruits.
This plant is not capable of self-pollination, it will not be able to produce fruits if it is not pollinated by another individual.