Delphinium
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Delphinium elatum

Delphinium

R60.00

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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.

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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.

Whether you are growing flowers or vegetables or both, growing your own plants from seed, is one of the most rewarding things for any gardener and you don’t even need a green thumb to do it. With our guidance, it couldn’t be easier!

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