Overview
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' is a columnar upright perennial in the genus Delphinium, part of the Ranunculaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained and loamy soils and neutral and slightly alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders and cut flowers.
About
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' is a tall perennial with striking deep purple to violet flowers arranged on tall spikes, known for its vibrant color and suitability for garden borders.
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, loamy
- Soil pH
- neutral, slightly alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- south-facing
- Exposure
- sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' 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 'Pagan Purples'
- Cultivation
- Prefers rich, moist soil with good drainage; stake tall flower spikes to prevent flopping; avoid waterlogging.
- Pruning
- Cut back flower stems after blooming to encourage new growth; remove dead foliage in autumn.
- Propagation
- seed,division
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs, Snails, Leaf miners, Caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews, Delphinium black blotch, Grey moulds, Crown rot, Cucumber mosaic virus
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Delphinium 'Pagan Purples'?
Prefers rich, moist soil with good drainage; stake tall flower spikes to prevent flopping; avoid waterlogging.
Where is the best place to plant Delphinium 'Pagan Purples'?
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' need?
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' grows best in well-drained and loamy soil. It prefers neutral and slightly alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Delphinium 'Pagan Purples'?
Cut back flower stems after blooming to encourage new growth; remove dead foliage in autumn.
Is Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' hardy in the UK?
Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' 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 'Pagan Purples'?
Seed,division.
Is Delphinium 'Pagan Purples' toxic?
Toxic.
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