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Sarah Raven Delphinium Mix

I know we all like our bright and deep blue delphiniums, but there's something even more stunning about this smokey trio.
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60 seeds

DELIVERY INFORMATION
Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec
Sow Under Cover
Direct Sow
Flowers/ Harvest

Details:

Type
Perennial
Position
Border (Back)
Soil
Broad Tolerance
Flowers
June - September
Height
90cm (36in)
Common name
Candle Larkspur
Moisture
Well-drained
Aspect
Full Sun
Spread
30cm (12in)
Cultivation
Sow indoors late winter at 13°C (55°F) in a moist seed compost, covering with a thin layer too. Keep in the dark. Germination can take up to a month but check regularly. Transfer resulting seedlings into 9cm pots and harden off before planting out.

Description

I know we all like our bright and deep blue delphiniums, but there's something even more stunning about this smokey trio. Mix with coffee, apricot and terracotta in a border or vase.

The seed packet contains a mix of all three varieties:
  • Delphinium Magic Fountains 'Lavender White Bee'
  • Delphinium Magic Fountains 'Pure White'
  • Delphinium Magic Fountains 'Lilac Pink'

Care Tips

Delphiniums love well-drained soil - if they sit wet in their dormant winter season, they can die. They are also hungry and require regular feeding. Protect from slugs!!!