{"product_id":"col-1ltr-del-lil-ros-whb","title":"Set of 3 or 6 Delphinium Lilac Rose White Bee Hardy Perennial Plants, Summer Flowering Cottage Garden Plants, Outdoor Garden Ready, 1 Litre \/ 11cm Root-Ball","description":"\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphiniums are stunning herbaceous perennial plants prized for their tall, elegant flower spikes that add height and drama to any cottage garden or border planting scheme. This Delphinium Lilac Rose White Bee collection produces beautiful lilac rose blooms with a contrasting white bee centre, flowering through the summer season with the potential for repeat blooming if deadheaded promptly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach order contains 3 or 6 established delphinium plants, supplied in 1 litre containers and ready to plant directly into your outdoor garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Information:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delphinium elatum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Delphinium, Larkspur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lilac Rose White Bee\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClassification:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Grown Height and Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120–180 cm x 60–90 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright, Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePerfect For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cottage Gardens, Borders, Cut Flower Gardens, Back of Border Planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to September (with potential second flush if deadheaded)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lilac Rose with a Contrasting White Bee Centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Position:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun, Sheltered from Strong Winds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, Moist but Well-Drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fully Hardy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAttracts:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bees, Butterflies and Other Pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-Green, Deeply Lobed Leaves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied As:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 or 6 x Established Plants in 1 Litre Containers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrowing Delphiniums\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your delphiniums in a full sun position with fertile, well-drained soil. These tall perennial flowers thrive in sheltered spots where they are protected from strong winds. Delphiniums prefer moist but not waterlogged soil, so ensure good drainage and consider mulching around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelphinium Plant Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStaking is essential for these tall garden flowers, as the magnificent flower spikes can reach impressive heights at the back of the border. Water regularly during dry spells and feed with a balanced fertiliser throughout the growing season to encourage vigorous growth. A consistent feeding schedule will reward you with abundant, vibrant blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning and Second Flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter the first flush of flowers, cut back spent flower spikes to encourage a second flowering later in the season. Deadheading not only promotes repeat blooming but also keeps plants looking tidy in your garden design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWinter Care and Propagation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphiniums are hardy garden plants that die back in autumn. Cut stems to ground level once foliage has yellowed. Dividing plants every few years in spring helps maintain vigour and is an easy method of propagation. Protect emerging spring shoots from slugs, and watch for signs of mildew, treating promptly if spotted.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompanion Planting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDelphiniums pair beautifully with roses, creating a classic cottage garden perennial display. 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