Delphinium elatum
Delphinium
R60.00
These plants continuously produce a number of tall spikes with densely packed florets. Cold hardy, easy to grow and early to flower in Spring, their cheery flower spikes are a delight to have in your garden and wonderful in bouquets.
40 seeds per packet.
| Flower type: | Spike |
|---|---|
| Life cycle: | Tender Perennial |
| Climate: | Will tolerate frost and thrives in a moderate climate. |
| Sowing guide: | Refrigerate seeds @ 4 C for 1-2 weeks prior to sowing. Sow in trays in March to May / August and transplant after 8 weeks. Time sowing so that seedlings grow at around 20 C. |
| Planting Season: | Autumn / Spring |
| Germination guide: | 10-20 days @ 21 C. Cover seed with thin layer of soil. |
| Good Bee Food: | No |
| Flowering time: | 120 days after sowing |
| Pinch: | No |
| Position: | Full Sun |
| Final height: | 90-120 cm |
| Spacing: | 30 cm |
Harvesting Tips:
Harvest when half of the florets on the stem have openend. Expected vase life is 8-10 days, especially if flower food is used.
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