Delphinium Aurora F1 Deep Purple

Aurora Delphinium

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Tall perennial featuring striking deep purple flower spikes on grey-green foliage. Requires cool roots and high light, prone to mildew in heat.
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Plant Details

Common Name Aurora Delphinium
Family Ranunculaceae
Genus Delphinium
Species Elatum
Variety F1 Deep Purple
Origin Temperate Europe
Blooming Summer flowering spikes
Leaf Color Blue-green / Grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Rich, moist but well-drained loamy soil with high organic matter

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Watering

Keep consistently moist during growth; avoid wetting foliage to reduce mildew risk. Mulch roots to keep cool.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun required for strong stems; partial shade in very hot climates to prevent scorching

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during active growth phase, stop after flowering begins

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Pruning

Deadhead spent flowers regularly; cut back stems to basal rosette in late autumn for perennial varieties

Pest Control Aphid Caterpillar Slug Snail Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 4 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
1000 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
400 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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