Delphinium parryi ssp. purpureum | Mt. Pinos Larkspur | 10 Seeds

Delphinium parryi ssp. purpureum is a perennial in the Ranunculaceae family. A native and endemic to California. Common names are Mt. Pinos Larkspur or San Bernandino Larkspur. It is rare and hard to find this plant that is threatened in its environment. It grows to 3 feet tall with flowers ranging from lavender to blue-purple, with most being dark blue. They bloom from May to June and will prefer dry, rocky soils. A drought-tolerant plant once established. Grow in full sun.  Zones 4-8 Germination Delphinium parryi ssp. purpureum, commonly known as Parry's larkspur, requires specific conditions for successful seed germination. Stratification is necessary to break seed dormancy. To stratify, mix the seeds with a moist medium like sand or peat moss, place them in a plastic bag, and refrigerate them at around 4°C (39°F) for 4-6 weeks. After stratification, prepare a well-draining seed-starting mix, such as a combination of peat moss and perlite. Fill seed trays or pots with the mix and mo