About
A medium-sized, herbaceous perennial from mountain meadows in Central Asia with deeply divided, palmate, mid-green leaves and erect, leafy stems bearing tall, branched spikes of large, deep blue-purple, spurred flowers in summer. A bold and beautiful wild delphinium for a rich, well-drained, sunny border.
About the genus
Didymophysa includes herbaceous and sometimes woody species grown for their ornamental merit. The genus is represented in gardens by selected species and cultivars suited to a range of growing conditions
Plant details
Suggested usesBorders, containers, mixed plantings.
Care notes
CultivationPlant in well-drained soil. Water during establishment.
PruningRemove dead growth as needed.
PropagationPropagate by division, cuttings, or seed.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.