Delphinium hybridum is cultivated for its tall, striking floral spikes and ornamental appeal in temperate gardens. These hybrids are derived from complex crosses involving species such as Delphinium elatum, Delphinium grandiflorum, and Delphinium formosum, resulting in a broad range of colors, including deep purples, blues, pinks, and whites. The flowers, often densely clustered along upright racemes, display multiple layers of petals with a contrasting central “bee” that may be white, black, or another shade, adding depth to the bloom. Native parent species trace back to Eurasia, but the hybrids are purely cultivated forms that do not exist in the wild. Typically reaching between 3 and 6 feet in height. The plant’s alkaloid content makes it toxic if ingested. Photographed in Florida.