Overview
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' is a columnar upright perennial in the genus Delphinium, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and cut flowers.
About
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' is a perennial cultivar within the Delphinium genus, which comprises around 300 species of flowering plants in the Ranunculaceae family. This cultivar thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers fertile, well-drained soil that remains consistently moist without becoming waterlogged. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for borders and can be used as cut flowers. Care involves removing spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming and maintain vigour. As with all Delphiniums, it is toxic and should be handled with care.
About the genus
Delphinium is a genus of about 300 species of annual and perennial flowering plants in the family Ranunculaceae, native throughout the Northern Hemisphere and also on the high mountains of tropical Africa. The genus was erected by Carl Linnaeus.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Delphinium
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- borders, cut flowers
- Toxicity
- toxic
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue'
- Cultivation
- Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming and maintain plant vigor.
- Propagation
- seed,division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Leaf miners, Caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Delphinium black blotch, Crown rot, Viruses
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue'?
Prefers fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture; avoid waterlogging.
Where is the best place to plant Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue'?
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' need?
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue'?
Remove spent flower spikes to encourage reblooming and maintain plant vigor.
Is Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' hardy in the UK?
Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue'?
Seed,division.
Is Delphinium 'Magic Fountain Sky Blue' toxic?
Toxic.
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