Delphinium Blue Lace #1 New Zealand Delphiniums
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Photo Credit: New Zealand Delphiniums
Photo and Description Credit: Walters Gardens
Available April-May 2023
Common Name: Hybrid Bee Delphinium
Densely packed spires of true sky blue flowers with a touch of lavender pink are presented on very strong stems in early summer. Removing spent flower spikes will result in another round of blooms on secondary spikes in late summer and fall. Its large, deeply incised leaves make this plant attractive even when it's not in bloom.
The English hybrid type of delphiniums are bred by New Zealand Delphiniums and are hand crossed to produce the highest quality seed. These F1 hybrids have excellent form, strong stems, and a vigorous growth habit. They were selected for their improved tolerance of heat and humidity, while retaining their cold hardiness.
Delphinium are a classic garden perennial. These plants are excellent for adding height to small spaces. Their tall flower spikes are easily recognizable when they come into flower in summer. When in flower, the spikes of these plants become heavy and should be staked to avoid toppling over in rough weather, especially taller varieties. Newer hybrids are longer lived than some of the more traditional cultivars.
Height:
5.0-6.0 Feet
Spread:
1.5-2.0 Feet
Hardiness Zones:
3-7
Flower Color:
Blue shades
Foliage Color:
Green shades
Sunlight:
Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun) to Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs
Soil Quality:
Average Soil Quality
Fertile Soil Quality
Soil Chemistry:
Neutral Soil (pH = 7.0) to Alkaline Soil (pH > 7.0)
Bloomtime:
Early Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Attracts Wings:
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Bee Friendly
Critter Resistant:
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Seasonal Interest:
Dried Seed Heads
Growth Rate:
Medium
Garden Style:
Cottage
Eclectic
Other Features:
Border Plant
Cut Flower
Cut Foliage
Dried Flower
Mass Planting
Specimen
Focal Point