Overview
Delphinium brunonianum is a perennial herbaceous in the genus Delphinium, part of the Ranunculaceae family. It typically grows around 0.5 m tall. Delphinium brunonianum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. It is native to Himalayas.
About the genus
Delphinium is a genus of about 300 species of annual and perennial flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae, native throughout the Northern Hemisphere and also on the high mountains of tropical Africa. The genus was erected by Carl Linnaeus.
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In the garden
Delphinium brunonianum belongs to the buttercup family and comes from the Himalayan region; in cultivation it is valued for its compact habit and distinctive musky perfume. At about 0.5 m high it occupies a modest vertical space among perennials and is classed as a herbaceous perennial. Give it a sunny site and a soil that can hold moisture without becoming waterlogged; the species tolerates sandy, loamy and clay soils provided they drain. Hardiness is H7, meaning it is fully hardy in UK gardens and can be left outdoors through typical winters; the USDA range of 4–8 indicates similar cold tolerance in other temperate regions. In the garden, place it where a half-metre plant will be visible without being swamped by taller neighbours, for example at the front of a border or in a grouped perennial bed in full sun. Its musk scent is most noticeable in still weather during the June to August flowering period, and that fragrance is a defining feature when assessing site and planting companions.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Delphinium
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Sandy, Loamy, Clay
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Delphinium brunonianum size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Perennial herbaceous
- Height
- 0.5 m
- Native to
- Himalayas
- Fragrance
- Musk-scented
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Delphinium brunonianum?
Delphinium brunonianum prefers full sun.
What soil does Delphinium brunonianum need?
Delphinium brunonianum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including sandy, loamy and clay. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
How big does Delphinium brunonianum grow?
Delphinium brunonianum reaches a height of 0.5 m.
Is Delphinium brunonianum hardy in the UK?
Delphinium brunonianum has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
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