Dowdeswell Delphiniums Mixed

Mixture includes catalogue and alternate varieties not listed. Colours include blues, pinks, whites and purples. Flowers this year. Dowdeswell Delphiniums are the best around.

Dowdeswell Delphiniums have strong stems that are loaded with stunning flowers. The plants are tall and vigorous. When you see a Dowdeswell Delphinium in full flowering glory you will almost certainly fall in love.
As a more heat tolerant Delphinium variety, Dowdeswell Delphiniums are New Zealand bred and cope well in Australian conditions. They are also repeat flowering. Once the first bloom has finished, cut right back and add some fertiliser, the second flower stem will open late summer to autumn.
Plant Dowdeswell Delphiniums in full sun to light shade. Ensure you allow good air flow between plants. Dowdeswell Delphiniums need a cool to temperate climate to grow and perform at their best. Plant in a position that is protected from strong winds. It is a good idea to provide staking for the tall flower stems, a bit of extra work, but like the old saying goes, beauty is pain! And these plants are definitely beautiful.
Grow Dowdeswell Delphiniums in a humus rich, moist, well drained soil. To flower at their best they need to be fertilised well. A well rotted sheep manure and some mulch is recommended. Dowdeswell Delphiniums do not like to sit in water and good drainage is vital. Water in well, then keep moist during active growth.
Protect Dowdeswell Delphiniums from slugs and snails, especially while young, they find them delicious. Keep an eye out for powdery mildew and treat with your choice of fungicide.

Supplied as: Pots
Size: 10 cm