Larkspur (Delphinium elatum 'Guardian Lavender')

While Delphinium elatum ‘Guardian Lavender’ is a cultivated variety (cultivar) bred for specific traits, its parent species, Delphinium elatum, provides clues to its likely ancestral origin.

Delphinium elatum, in general, is native to:

* **Europe:** Specifically, mountainous regions of Europe.
* **Asia:** Temperate regions of Asia.

Therefore, Delphinium elatum ‘Guardian Lavender’ likely has its roots in the mountainous, temperate regions of **Europe and Asia**. It’s important to remember that this particular cultivar has been developed through selective breeding and can be successfully grown in various climates beyond its original native range, provided that the necessary growing conditions are met (e.g., well-drained soil, full sun).