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Delphina Dark Blue White Bee Larkspur

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  • Partial Sun to Full Sun (At Least 5 Hours of Direct Sunlight)
  • Height 14 - 18 Inches
  • Width 10 - 16 Inches
  • Growing Zones 4-8

Known as the Grand Dame of the Garden, Delphinium have been cultivated around the world for thousands of years. Plant breeders have improved this nostalgic garden beauty, and have created a shorter, stalkier, healthier and more tolerant cultivar that you are going to want to have in your garden this spring! Bright blue double flowers with a white bee (the center petals in the throat of the bloom) sit atop deeply serrated leaves that add a fine texture with their irregular cut edges, adding to the charm of this old fashioned cottage garden bloomer. They are shorter in stature, but they are not short on beauty.

Delphiniums are native to Eastern and Central Europe, and Siberia in Zones 3-7 and grow to about 5 feet tall. They grew in meadows, woodland margins, and in river valleys along the streams. For decades, gardeners have attempted to grow this lovely perennial in cottage gardens with little to no success as they were met with a plethora of issues like required staking for wind resistance, numerous plant diseases, tall plants had to be placed in the background of the garden, etc. The Delphina series of Delphinium answers all the questions that gardeners have had for years…’why can’t I grow delphiniums?’.

Delphina Dark Blue White Bee Larkspur Care

Now hardy in Zones 4 to 8, Delphina Dark Blue White Bee requires partial to full sun with some afternoon shade in the hotter regions of the country. They thrive in sandy loam or well draining clay soils. Watering needs are moderate, so water only when there has not been enough rainfall. Use a high phosphorus fertilizer with a ratio like 10-20-10 for best results. Well composted organic material can be used to mulch and help soil retain moisture. Deer and rabbit will not typically browse on delphinium. All parts of the plant are toxic to humans. Use care when in reach of children.

Deadheading delphiniums may result in a rebloom. Remove the flower head at the base and you may see new flowers in a couple of weeks. Pruning and staking is not needed as these are shorter, more compact plants. If you do not deadhead, seedheads will develop and, as open pollinated perennials, the seeds will run true to their parent plant, duplicating the beautiful colors and growing patterns of their parents. Delphina Dark Blue with White Bee makes a beautiful cut flower for indoor arrangements.

Delphina Dark Blue White Bee Larkspur Spacing

Spacing your plants properly is crucial. Growing to about 18 inches tall and 16 inches wide, you will want to space your plants about 10 to 16 inches apart. This will allow for greater air circulation which will help to reduce any chances of powdery mildew, a fungal disease that plaques delphiniums. Remove any diseased portions of the plant and it will regrow new green growth. Whether massing them out on the edge of the woods, or creating a border with them, Delphina Dark Blue with White Bee Larkspur Delphiniums are destined to be your new favorite garden perennial this spring!

Delphina Dark Blue White Bee Larkspur Information

USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
Plant Type: Perennial
Sunlight Exposure: Partial Sun to Full Sun
Mature Height: 14 - 18 Inches
Mature Width: 10 - 16 Inches
Plant Spacing: 10 - 16 Inches
Growth Habit: Upright
Flower Color(s): Purple
Flower Shade: Deep Purple Blue WIth White
Seasonal Interest: Early to Late Summer
Foliage Type: Herbaceous
Foliage Color(s): Green
Attracts: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Resists: Deer, Rabbits
Features: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flowers, Low Maintenance
Uses: Border Plant Cut Flower Dried Flower Mass Planting Specimen or Focal Point
Plant Brand: Proven Winners
Botanical/Scientific Name: Delphinium elatum 'Dark Blue White Bee'
SKU:
DELBD

Container Sizes

Please Note: The pictures below are to give a general representation of the different container sizes. The actual size/ages of plants are estimates and will vary based on; type of plant, time of year, last pruning & many other factors.

4.5 Pot

4.5" Pot
 Also Know As:
   4.5" Container

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months
 Plant Size:
   ~ 3"-6"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.5"H x 3.75"W
 Volume:
   1.42 quarts

Quart Pot

Quart Pot
 Also Know As:
   Quart

 Plant Age:
   ~ 6 months - 1 year
 Plant Size:
   ~ 4"-8"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 4.75"H x 4.5"W
 Volume:
   1.50 quarts

2.5 Quart

2.5 Quart
 Also Know As:
   2.5 Quart Pot

 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 8"-12"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 6.5"H x 6.5"W
 Volume:
   2.20-2.30 quarts

#1 Pot

#1 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #1 Container
    1 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 2 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 10"-14"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 7"H x 7.75"W
 Volume:
   2.26-3.73 quarts

#2 Pot

#2 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #2 Container
    2 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 1.5 - 3 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-18"
 Pot Size:
   ~ 9.5"H x 9.5"W
 Volume:
   1.19-1.76 gallons

#3 Pot

#3 Pot
 Also Know As:
   #3 Container
    3 Gallon
 Plant Age:
   ~ 2 - 4 years old
 Plant Size:
   ~ 12"-30"
 Pot Size:
   ~9.5"H x 11"W
 Volume:
   2.32-2.76 gallons


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Plant Addict Guarantee (Included On All Plant Orders)

Plant Addicts guarantees your plant(s) will arrive happy and healthy, but the plant(s) are being shipped through the mail and accidents happen. If the plant is dead, has dried out roots or the incorrect item was shipped just notify Plant Addicts within 3 days upon delivery. We may ask for pictures but will try to make it as easy as possible for you. Please note plant(s) with damaged branches or wilted leaves will not qualify for this guarantee. Plants are very resilient and will rebound quickly when cared for correctly.

For information on how to care for you new plant please check out our guide. Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Plant Addicts Warranty - 1 Year (Extra Purchase Required)

We encourage all plant lovers to purchase the Plant Addicts Warranty whether you’re new or an expert. There are many variables outside our control and yours that can cause the demise of your plant(s). Examples would be hungry animals, drought, poor soil conditions, over watering, disease, insects & many other factors. The Plant Addicts Warranty is a 1 year warranty protecting you from all the unknowns and will replace your plant if it moves on to the plant afterlife.

The warranty is purchased on a per plant basis and must be purchased at the same time as the plant purchase. We will cover 100% of the price of the plant but the warranty does not cover shipping cost. Simply let us know if your plant has died within one year of receiving it and we’ll get you a new one shipped out. We may ask for photos for documentation purposes but again we’ll try to make it as easy as possible.

For more information, please go to our Shipping & Returns page at the bottom of the website.

Guide: How to Care for Your New Plant(s)

Planter Shipping

Standard Colors: 2-3 business days

Special Order Colors: 8 weeks - this is due to the planter being custom made with the color(s) of your choice

Please Note: On special orders there can not be any cancellations

Plant Shipping

Time of Order:

Summer Shipping

  • If there is extreme heat we’ll delay shipping.  
    • We’ll have to review what areas the plants are traveling through along with your location


Once your plant is shipped you’ll receive an email with tracking information. Depending on the above criteria we’ll ship your plant(s) towards beginning of the following week from your order. We put together this helpful guide of what to do when you receive your plants in the mail.

It is important to know that all of our plants are clearly labeled for which growing zones the plant can survive in. The plants are thoroughly trialed and tested in every growing zone before we state the plant can grow in a zone. Again, our #1 priority is to ship the plants to you healthy and ready to thrive in your location. So we will do everything in our power to do so.

1 Review - Delphina Dark Blue White Bee Larkspur Show Reviews

  • 5
    very healthy!

    Posted by Mila Sutton on Dec 29, 2022

    The blooms are were so gorgeous and robust! I'm really hoping that it will come back next year just as beautiful!