2024 Dayton Nursery Catalog

Delphinium Larkspur j p b ? These perennials add vertical strokes of rich color to the summer garden palette. Use stakes or plant rings to support the tall bloom-covered stalks. Do not cut back until early spring. However, they will re-bloom if cut back hard after first bloom. Blooms in June. Zones 3-9 unless otherwise stated. Aurora Deep Purple Tall spikes of semi-double, tightly packed royal purple flowers with white bee centers appear in spring on sturdy stems. Excellent uniformity and hybrid vigor. Height: 36-42”, Spread: 24-36” 033673 C1 $7.99 Cobalt Dreams zones 3-7 Produces strong, tall spires tightly packed with cobalt-blue florets with brightly contrasting white central bees. Height: 48-72”, Spread: 18-24” 021393 C1 $10.99 Diamonds Blue This larkspur produces upward-facing, spurless, cerulean blue flowers that appear on first-year plants. Shorter than typical stature and good branching habit make it a great choice for the mid- dle or front of border. Height: 16-24”, Spread: 12” 034495 C1 $9.99 Dasante Blue zones 3-7 Produces the same large spikes of vibrant blue flowers with purple highlights and white central bees as typical tall Delphiniums but in a more com- pact package. Height: 30-36”, Spread: 18-24” 023819 C1 $7.99 Guardian White With great vigor, forms tall spires of glistening white flowers with white bees. Sturdy stems and uniformity make these perfect for cut flowers. Early bloomer. Height: 30-36, Spread: 18-24” 033674 C1 $7.99 Mini Stars If you love the look of traditionally tall Delphiniums but they are just too tall for your use, you are in luck! Includes a variety of purple, blue, mauve, pink, lilac, and cream colored flowers. Some have contrasting central bees and others are solid. All share a bushy, well-branched habit and strong flower stems. Height: 16-28”, Spread: 12-18” 033764 C1 $12.99 Purple Passion zones 3-7 Intense, deep purple blossoms with a purple and white striped bee. The densely packed flower spikes are produced on very strong stems that do not require staking Height: 4-5’, Spread: 18-24” 010971 C1 $10.99 Red Lark Stunning coral-red double flowers rise above a compact plant mound of lacy-green foliage. Height: 24-27”, Spread: 15-18” 031913 C1 $19.99

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‘Diamonds Blue’

‘Aurora Deep Purple’

‘Dasante Blue’

‘Cobalt Dreams’

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