Delphinium Magic Fountains ‘Dark Blue’ with ‘White Bee’ – 6 Garden Ready Plants
- Very dark blue flowerspires.
- Striking summer colour.
- Good cut flowers.
Delphinium Magic Fountains Dark Blue with White Bee is a very striking delphinium with intense dark blue flowers and contrasting white centres. The sturdy, relatively compact flowerspires create a very dramatic effect in the border and make beautiful cut flowers.
How you will receive your plants:
Selected by our team of experts and sent from our nursery, you will receive your garden ready plug plants in plug trays in a box. These are designed to keep your plants secure and to prevent damage in transit.
Can’t plant straight away?
If you aren’t able to plant your plugs up straight away then ensure they stay moist. You can place your plugs on a saucer or tray of shallow water so they are able to stay hydrated. Aim to have your plugs planted within 3 days.
Planting tips and hints:
Planting in containers:
Sprinkle a layer of stone or gravel in the bottom of the container to aid drainage. Use a high-quality young plant or general-purpose compost space the plugs evenly with enough space to allow the plants to grow. Mix in a slow-release granular fertiliser in the compost before planting to provide plenty of nutrients. Water thoroughly once planted up. Continue to water every 3-5 days and don’t allow the container to dry out.
Planting in the ground:Â
Dig a hole approximately twice as deep and 3 times as wide as the plant, if your soil is heavy mix in general-purpose compost, horticultural sand and stone or potting grit to ensure good drainage. Gently compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly.
Feeding and aftercare:
When feeding use a liquid feed high in potash. Use slug controls to protect young plants from slugs and snails. Cut back the faded flowerstems to ground level in autumn.
