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Dwarf Larkspur

Delphinium tricorne

Dwarf larkspur is a beloved spring-ephemeral woodland perennial of the eastern states, carpeting rich forests with blue, purple, and white flowers before going dormant, a choice native for part shade. All parts are toxic.

Family
Ranunculaceae
Type
wildflower
Lifespan
perennial
Height
0.5–1.5 ft
Spacing
0.5–1.5 ft apart
Light
part shade
Soil moisture
moist
Soil pH
neutral
Bloom
March, April, May
Bloom colors
blue, purple, white
Wildlife value
pollinators, butterflies
Landscape uses
border, container
Native states
AL, AR, GA, IA, IL, IN, KS, KY, MD, MO, MS, NC, NE, OH, OK, PA, TN, VA, WV