What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
delphinium
Example
The delphiniums in the garden are in full bloom. [delphinium: noun]
Example
She picked a bouquet of delphiniums for the table centerpiece. [delphiniums: plural noun]
larkspur
Example
The larkspurs in the field were swaying in the breeze. [larkspurs: plural noun]
Example
She planted some larkspur seeds in the garden and hoped they would grow. [larkspur: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Larkspur is more commonly used than delphinium in everyday language, although both are popular flowers in gardens and floral arrangements.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between delphinium and larkspur?
Both delphinium and larkspur are formal words that are commonly used in the context of gardening and floral arrangements.
