Delphinium barbeyi | Barbey's Larkspur | 5 Seeds

Delphinium barbeyi is a herbaceous perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. Its native range is the western and central United States. Familiar names include subalpine larkspur, tall larkspur, and Barbey's larkspur. It grows naturally in shady areas around subalpine streams and along meadow edges. It can grow to around 5-7 feet tall from a woody rootstock. Leaves grow up and down the stem but do not grow near the bottom of the stem. The inflorescence can have 50-100 dark blue flowers on it. It prefers to grow in full sun with average water needs.  Zones 3-8 Germination Delphinium barbeyi, commonly known as the subalpine larkspur, requires specific conditions for successful seed germination. Stratification is necessary to break dormancy. To stratify, mix the seeds with a moist medium such as sand or peat moss, place them in a plastic bag, and refrigerate them at 4°C (39°F) for about 4-6 weeks. After stratification, prepare a well-draining seed-starting mix, such as a combination of peat m