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Delphinium LILAC SPIRE Larkspur Flower Spikes Cut Flowers Non-GMO 100 Seeds 100% Pure Seed – Non-GMO – Fresh PRODUCT INFORMATION About Delphinium Seeds – Lilac Spire Delphinium consolida SEED TYPE: Open Pollinated Seed ALSO KNOWN AS: Larkspur Excellent for border plantings, as well as cut flowers, it's no wonder that Delphinium is a cottage garden staple! Although, if you are more of a wildflower gardener, you might know this beauty as Larkspur. Whatever you call it, Larkspur Lilac Spire is one gorgeous flower! Fragrant flower clusters the color of a summer sky Annual; Pleasant fragrance and lovely color Perfect for cut flower arrangements and drying Prefers Full Sun Exposure Delphinium / Larkspur is prone to branching, making it an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements! FAST FACTS LIFE CYCLE: Annual PLANTING SEASON: Spring COLOR: Lilac / Purple GROWTH HABIT: Clumping, Upright BLOOM SEASON: Spring through Summer PLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Fragrant USE: Container Garden, Cut Flower Garden, Dried Flowers GROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, Outdoor PLANT RESISTANCE: Deer, Rabbit PLANTING DIRECTIONS Planting Delphinium Seeds PLANTING SEASON: Spring. You can plant before last frost. Seeds could use a 14 day cold stratification for successful germination. SEED PREP: Stratification SOWING METHOD: Direct Sow LIGHT REQUIREMENT: Full Sun, Partial Shade PLANTING DEPTH: 1/8 inch PLANT HEIGHT: Up to 48 inches PLANT SPACING: 10 to 12 inches WATER NEEDS: Average HARDINESS ZONES: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 Packet Up to 80 Sq. Ft About Delphinium In the garden, in a vase or dried, Delphinium is lovely! Different varieties of the the Delphinium family can range from 1 to 7 feet. When to Plant Delphinium Seeds Plant your Delphinium seeds in the fall or spring, early in the season. Where to Plant Delphinium Seeds Delphinium plants like full sun to partial shade, and they will grow very quickly. They thrive in average soil and cool weather. How to Plant Delphinium Seeds While not required, Delphinium seeds can benefit from a special 1 to 2 week treatment called cold moist stratification prior to planting them. Learn more about the importance and process of cold moist stratification below. Delphinium is notoriously difficult to transplant, so it is best to sow seeds directly into your flower garden after all danger of frost. Cover Delphinium seeds lightly with 1/8th inch of soil. Space your seeds 4 inches apart, and after germination, thin seedlings to 10-12 inches apart. Keep the soil moist to feed your Delphinium fast growth. How to Care for Delphinium During dry periods, water them once or twice a week. Provide a general purpose fertilizer once a month until after they have bloomed. Staking may be necessary to keep them from bending under the weight of the blooms. Delphinium are highly susceptible to frost, fungal disease (especially Sclerotium), and mildew. Insects should not be a problem, but if they are, use a general purpose insect repellent. ** Delphinium can be poisonous to some animals—most notably cattle!** Cold Moist Stratification In this technique, you simply add a small step to the process of creating a false winter—add moisture! The method involves dampening the seeds to soften them and allowing them to absorb water. The moisture helps spark germination. Place seeds in a plastic bag with a handful of slightly dampened clean peat, paper towels, or a mix of clean peat and sand. You don’t want the seeds to be dripping wet! Place the bag in the refrigerator. The length of time it remains cold will vary depending on the variety of seed, so be sure to check planting guides for specific timeframes. Frequently check the bag for mold or fungus. If any are present, plant your seeds right away. WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg) ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICE We will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment! Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller's performance? In general, here's what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS is experiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respond within a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need to do an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness! 30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received. < <