A strong, robust perennial bearing spikes of striking, semi-double, deep salmon-red flowers over a low mound of deeply-cut green leaves. Height 70cm. Spread 35cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Hardy. Attracts bees.
Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ is a robust perennial producing upright spikes of semi-double, salmon-red flowers above finely cut green foliage. Growing to 70cm high with a spread of 35cm, it flowers from May to July. This hardy plant thrives in fertile, moist but well-drained soil and performs best in full sun. A favourite with pollinators, Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ is perfect for brightening borders and adding bold colour to summer displays.
PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
Spring: Plant Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ in spring as the soil warms. This allows the roots to establish before the flowering season begins.
Autumn: Planting in early autumn gives the crown time to settle before dormancy and ensures stronger growth the following year.
Site Selection
Sunlight: Choose a site in full sun for Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ to achieve the best flower display. At least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day is recommended.
Soil: Plant in fertile, moist, but well-drained soil. Improve the planting area with compost or well-rotted manure to boost fertility and aid drainage.
Planting Instructions
Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and equal in depth.
Soil Preparation: Mix organic matter into the soil to enrich it and encourage healthy growth.
Planting: Place Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ in the hole with the crown level to the soil surface. Backfill gently and firm in place.
Watering After Planting: Water well to help the soil settle around the roots and encourage strong establishment.
Watering Requirements
Growing Season: Keep the soil evenly moist during the growing season. Deep watering during dry spells will help Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ produce sturdy flower spikes.
Dormant Season: Water sparingly in winter, only if the soil becomes very dry.
Feeding
Spring: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to encourage strong growth and healthy flower production.
Mid-Summer: Feed Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ again during flowering to extend the bloom period and strengthen plants.
Pruning
Deadheading: Remove spent flowers promptly to encourage additional blooms and keep the plant tidy.
Autumn Pruning: After flowering, cut Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ back to ground level to prepare it for winter dormancy.
Mulching
Spring: Apply a mulch of compost or bark chips around the base in spring to conserve moisture, improve soil, and suppress weeds.
Winter: After cutting back, add a thicker mulch to protect the crown from cold conditions and ensure healthy regrowth.
Supporting the Plant
Staking: The tall flower stems of Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ benefit from staking. Place supports early in the season to protect against wind damage and keep spikes upright.
Final Tips
Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ is a hardy, eye-catching perennial that adds striking salmon-red colour to borders. With fertile soil, consistent moisture, and reliable support, it will reward you with bold flower spikes through late spring and early summer. Pollinator-friendly and easy to grow, Delphinium ‘Red Lark’ is a standout addition to any perennial planting scheme.
I can always be sure of good quality plants that thrive in my garden. It’s my “go to” place when I need flowers for my garden.
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Scott Jarvis (verified owner)–
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Vilma Young (verified owner)–
As above
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Susan B. (verified owner)–
Good strong plant, kept well in transit, not wolted at all.
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Anonymous (verified owner)–
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Anonymous (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Allan (verified owner)–
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Gwyn jones (verified owner)–
Excellent quality as usual.
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Hugh Farmar (verified owner)–
plants arrived quickly, well packaged and in good condition.
Rated 4 out of 5
sheila little (verified owner)–
It is showing healthy flower spikes and I am really looking forward to it blooming.
Rated 5 out of 5
Anonymous (verified owner)–
First class plants, careful packaging and quick delivery.
Rated 5 out of 5
Anonymous (verified owner)–
Speedy shipping and received in excellent condition
Rated 5 out of 5
Rosemary Joynson (verified owner)–
Lovely plant, healthy and strong , looking forward to it coming into flower
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Roger L. (verified owner)–
Well packed healthy plants at a good price.
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Nicola Ballantyne Shaw (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Brian Robbins (verified owner)–
Excellent, could not wish for anything better
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John B. (verified owner)–
Excellent plant, very well packaged and arrived before due date
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Brian (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Rekha Patel (verified owner)–
Beautiful healthy plant.waitng to seethe lovely blooms
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Iain Macdonald (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Corrina (verified owner)–
Yet to see the flowers on these as they aren’t out yet but really healthy well packaged plants. Thank you.
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John Edmonds (verified owner)–
Excellent plants great quality and excellent service. Planning my next purchase highly recommend Procters.
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Philip M. (verified owner)–
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Ben Gilmore (verified owner)–
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Allan Hulmes (verified owner)–
great plant
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Maggie Chandler (verified owner)–
Superb Plants – can’t wait to see the flowers
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Robert Findlay (verified owner)–
Good quality plants well packaged and competitively prised. Would have no doubts in using again
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Anonymous (verified owner)–
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Trevor Ray (verified owner)–
realy good plants in fine condition i will definately us proctors again
Rated 5 out of 5
Rhona (verified owner)–
Best plant I’ve ever received through the post. The plant looks extremely healthy just like you’d get if you’d gone to the nursery in person. I will certainly be buying more plants in the future.
Rated 5 out of 5
Victoria S. (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
BRIAN ROBBINS (verified owner)–
Good value, looking forwarward to seeing this one in bloom
Rated 5 out of 5
PATRICIA Shennan (verified owner)–
Really good condition
Rated 4 out of 5
D E B. (verified owner)–
Rated 5 out of 5
Andrew Birkle (verified owner)–
Very pleased nice strong plants arrived safely.
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David James G. (verified owner)–
Received in excellent condition and growing away well.
Rated 4 out of 5
Jane Pople (verified owner)–
Obviously too early to tell as very small plants but looking forward to the colour
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Wayne Young (verified owner) –
Lovely plant
Pauline (verified owner) –
I can always be sure of good quality plants that thrive in my garden. It’s my “go to” place when I need flowers for my garden.
Scott Jarvis (verified owner) –
Vilma Young (verified owner) –
As above
Susan B. (verified owner) –
Good strong plant, kept well in transit, not wolted at all.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Allan (verified owner) –
Gwyn jones (verified owner) –
Excellent quality as usual.
Hugh Farmar (verified owner) –
plants arrived quickly, well packaged and in good condition.
sheila little (verified owner) –
It is showing healthy flower spikes and I am really looking forward to it blooming.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
First class plants, careful packaging and quick delivery.
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Speedy shipping and received in excellent condition
Rosemary Joynson (verified owner) –
Lovely plant, healthy and strong , looking forward to it coming into flower
Roger L. (verified owner) –
Well packed healthy plants at a good price.
Nicola Ballantyne Shaw (verified owner) –
Brian Robbins (verified owner) –
Excellent, could not wish for anything better
John B. (verified owner) –
Excellent plant, very well packaged and arrived before due date
Brian (verified owner) –
Rekha Patel (verified owner) –
Beautiful healthy plant.waitng to seethe lovely blooms
Iain Macdonald (verified owner) –
Corrina (verified owner) –
Yet to see the flowers on these as they aren’t out yet but really healthy well packaged plants. Thank you.
John Edmonds (verified owner) –
Excellent plants great quality and excellent service. Planning my next purchase highly recommend Procters.
Philip M. (verified owner) –
Ben Gilmore (verified owner) –
Allan Hulmes (verified owner) –
great plant
Maggie Chandler (verified owner) –
Superb Plants – can’t wait to see the flowers
Robert Findlay (verified owner) –
Good quality plants well packaged and competitively prised. Would have no doubts in using again
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Trevor Ray (verified owner) –
realy good plants in fine condition i will definately us proctors again
Rhona (verified owner) –
Best plant I’ve ever received through the post. The plant looks extremely healthy just like you’d get if you’d gone to the nursery in person. I will certainly be buying more plants in the future.
Victoria S. (verified owner) –
BRIAN ROBBINS (verified owner) –
Good value, looking forwarward to seeing this one in bloom
PATRICIA Shennan (verified owner) –
Really good condition
D E B. (verified owner) –
Andrew Birkle (verified owner) –
Very pleased nice strong plants arrived safely.
David James G. (verified owner) –
Received in excellent condition and growing away well.
Jane Pople (verified owner) –
Obviously too early to tell as very small plants but looking forward to the colour
PATRICIA Shennan (verified owner) –
Strong plant great price love this nursery