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Plant Brief

Delphinium 'Coral Sunset'
from Nico Wigchert

Introduced 2004

Elatum hybrid featuring magnificent racemes of coral red flowers whose colouring is quite unique in the commercial market. 

Very sturdy, pyramid-shaped racemes, 6” across at the base. Buds are detailed with beautiful green streaks.

The result of over half a century’s breeding work.

Height: 30”/ 75cm
Spread: 24”/60cm
Hardiness: US zones 5-8
Blooms: June-August 

Common name:
Larkspur

Patent status:
USA PPAF. Europe, PPAF

 
 
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Coral Sunset is a hit at Hortifair
04-11-2005 11:14 'Coral Sunset' turned heads as it was displayed at the Hortifair exhibition in Amsterdam. Judges from the VKC, a collective of Dutch producers set up to monitor standards, awarded it 9 / 10 points for quality.
By Miriam Young   

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'Coral Sunset' at Hortifair on 3rd November

 
The Breeder
Nico Wigchert
By Miriam Young
Read all about this Delphinium fanatic, Nico Wigchert here.
The Story Behind the Plant
Delphinium 'Coral Sunset'
By Miriam Young
Delphinium ‘Coral Sunset’ is a cultivar over 50 years in the making, the product of an ongoing mission to create the elusive hardy red Delphinium.
Growing Tips
All you need to know
By Arie Blom
Arie Blom is here to tell us how to best treat this wonderful Delphinium.
Forum
General discussion on Delphinium 'Coral Sunset'
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