Water
Water Delphinium hispanicum regularly, especially during dry periods, but ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Safety note: This plant may be toxic to humans and pets. See toxicity details.
Delphinium hispanicum is a species of flowering plant in the family Ranunculaceae, native to the Iberian Peninsula.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist but well-drained. Reduce in winter.
Well-drained, fertile soil
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers cool to moderate temperatures during the growing season. Protect from extreme heat.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with balanced fertilizer; avoid excess.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | Yes 5/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
All parts are poisonous if ingested.
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water Delphinium hispanicum regularly, especially during dry periods, but ensure good drainage to prevent waterlogging. Allow the top inch of soil to dry out between waterings.
Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming and prevent seed formation. Cut back established plants in late autumn or early spring to ground level to promote vigorous new growth and maintain a tidy appearance.
Propagate Delphinium hispanicum by seed sown in early spring or autumn, or by basal cuttings taken in spring. Division of established clumps in early spring is also an effective method to increase plant numbers.
Repot young Delphinium hispanicum plants annually or as needed, typically in early spring before new growth emerges. Choose a pot only slightly larger than the current one, ensuring excellent drainage to avoid root rot.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Delphinium Hispanicum (Delphinium hispanicum)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Ranunculales |
| Family | Ranunculaceae |
| Genus | Delphinium |
| Species | Delphinium hispanicum |
Similar in genus Delphinium
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