Magic Fountains
Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue White Bee'
Larkspur
- Sky-blue petals with a white center
- Tall, upright spikes and deeply cut green leaves
- Reblooms after cutting
- Excellent cut flower
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers fertile, organically rich, medium moisture, well drained soil. Grows best in full sun, some afternoon shade is good in hot climates. Plants may require staking and should be planted in sheltered sites. Deadhead when blooms fade to encourage more flowers. Cutting the plant back to basal foliage in summer after first bloom may lead to a second bloom later in the season. Water plants at the base to avoid wetting the foliage and encouraging powdery mildew.
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
Genus Overview: Delphinium
Common Name: Delphinium
Herbaceous, upright, mounding perennial. Palmately lobed green leaves. Blooms in spring with erect, terminal flower spikes in a variety of colors including blue, purple, white and pink, often with a center (bee) of another color. Great for cottage gardens and the back of beds and borders. Excellent cut flower.