1 / 3Key characteristics
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
- Height
- 20-24 inches
- Width
- 12-16 inches
- Flower color
- Semi-double lavender-purple spikes
- Foliage color
- Dark green, heavily lobed leaves
- Bloom time
- Throughout the summer, and may rebloom
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Average
- Maintenance
- Low; bred for strong stems and improved hardiness and heat tolerance
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 3 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds; deer resistant
Perennials
Delphinium Delgenius 'Breezin'
Breezin Larkspur
Delphinium Delgenius 'Breezin', part of the Delgenius® series, is an herbaceous perennial developed by a Dutch breeder over a decade to enhance hardiness and heat tolerance. This cultivar showcases a compact, upright habit with frilly, bushy foliage and sturdy, well-branched stems.
Throughout the summer, 'Breezin' produces abundant semi-double lavender-purple flower spikes that attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Its robust stems make it an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements, adding elegance to floral displays.
Works well in
- Borders
- Sun Gardens
- Pollinator Gardens
- Hummingbird Gardens
- Containers
Companion plants
Salvias · Shasta daisies · Asters · Catmint · Coreopsis · Bearded irises
Design tip
The long summer show pairs well with plants that peak earlier, keeping one area interesting for months. In full sun it holds its shape best, and grouping several together keeps the color strong enough to be seen from across the garden.
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Iris ensata 'Jedo Jima'
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Blooms deep lavender-purple with a yellow signal
Full sun to partial shade

Hosta 'Dragon Tails'
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Part shade to light shade

Iris douglasiana
Douglas Iris
Blooms variable shades including blue, purple, lavender, and white, often with darker veining and a yellow signal
Full sun to partial shade

Hosta 'Amber Tiara'
Amber Tiara Hosta
Blooms lavender purple flowers
Partial shade to full shade