Back to Flower Guide
Delphinium (Larkspur)
Close-up of a Delphinium (Larkspur) bloom
Bloom close-up

Line flower

Delphinium (Larkspur)

دلفينيوم (عائق)

Delphinium spp.

Dramatic vertical spikes, famous for true blue.

Approximate price
From SAR 20 / 1 stem
Vase life
6-10 days with proper care
Availability
Available year-round
Fragrance
None

Drawing & real photo

Compare the colour before designing

Flower drawing in selected colour

In Riyadh, keep flowers cool and away from direct sun or air-conditioning, and refresh the water regularly.

Build with this flower

Origin & meaning

Usual origin

Netherlands · Kenya

Meaning

Open heart and cheer.

Stem characteristics

Head size
Small, approx. 2-4 cm
Stem length
70-100 cm
Role in arrangement
Secondary
Recorded colours
White, Blue, Lavender, Purple, Blush

Arrangement recommendations

Best uses

  • Large statement arrangements
  • Weddings
  • Vase arrangements
  • Table arrangements

Flower & greenery pairings

Tall blue spires add height to large event arrangements and vases.

  • Rose
  • Stock (Matthiola)
  • Hydrangea
  • Lisianthus
  • Snapdragon

Suitable palettes & moods

  • Garden style
  • Wild / Natural
  • Statement

Care

Stem trimming

Recut the ends at an angle with a clean tool.

Water

Use clean water and keep leaves above the waterline.

Placement

Keep cool, away from direct sunlight and heat.

Water changes

Refresh the water regularly and keep the vase clean.

Recorded varieties

Belladonna Delphinium

Belladonna Delphinium

SAR 20 / 1 stem

Loose branching stems; softer look.

Elatum Delphinium

Elatum Delphinium

SAR 25 / 1 stem

Dense 80 cm spires.

You may also like

Hydrangea flower

Hydrangea

هيدرانجيا (كوبية)Large
From SAR 35 / stem
4-6 days
Year-round
Snapdragon flower

Snapdragon

فم ال سمكة (أنف العجل)Small
From SAR 15 / stem
7-10 days
Year-round
Accepted payment methodsMadaVisaMastercardApple Pay