Subalpine Larkspur

Delphinium barbeyi

Subalpine larkspur is a robust Rocky Mountain perennial with tall spires of deep blue-purple flowers in high meadows, a striking native for moist, sunny mountain gardens. All parts are toxic.

Family: Ranunculaceae
Type: wildflower
Lifespan: perennial
Height: 3–6 ft
Spacing: 0.5–1.5 ft apart
Light: sun, part shade
Soil moisture: moist
Soil pH: neutral
Bloom: June, July, August
Bloom colors: blue, purple
Wildlife value: pollinators, butterflies
Landscape uses: border
Native states: CO, NM, UT, WY