Delphinium elatum Magic Fountains Mix | Delphinium | Excellent as Cut Flower

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Delphinium elatum ‘Magic Fountains Mix’ | Delphinium | Compact, Early-Flowering Mix – Excellent for Cut Flowers and Garden Borders

Delphinium elatum ‘Magic Fountains Mix’ is a superb, compact delphinium blend known for its vibrant range of colors and outstanding garden performance. Part of the popular Magic Fountains series, this mix includes shades of blue, lavender, lilac, white, rose, and sky blue, each with striking contrasting centers (“bee”), creating an enchanting color display from late spring through summer.

Unlike traditional tall delphiniums, Magic Fountains Mix stays shorter and sturdier, making it ideal for gardens exposed to wind and rain, as well as for cut flower production. Plants produce strong stems and dense flower spikes filled with blooms that radiate elegance and charm.

This variety flowers in its first year without vernalization, making it an excellent choice for both home gardeners and professional growers.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Delphinium elatum
• Variety: Magic Fountains Mix
• Common name: Delphinium, Larkspur
• Plant type: Hardy perennial (often grown as an annual)
• Height: 80–100 cm
• Spread: 35–45 cm
• Position: Full sun to partial shade
• Blooming period: May–September
• Flower colors: Mix of blue, white, rose, lilac, and lavender shades
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained, humus-rich
• Hardiness zones: 3b–7b
• Days to maturity: 18–22 weeks from sowing
• Use: Cut flower, border, background plant, landscape use

Key Features

• Rich color mix – blue, white, rose, lilac, lavender
• Compact and wind-resistant, perfect for smaller gardens
• Strong stems ideal for cut flower production
• Flowers the first year without cold treatment
• Long vase life and excellent post-harvest quality
• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Heat and drought tolerant once established
• Great for romantic gardens, cottage borders, and floral arrangements

Sowing & Growing Information

• Sowing time: January–February
• Sowing method: 2–3 seeds per cell; cover lightly with vermiculite or substrate
• Germination: 12–18 days at 21–24°C, pH 5.5–6.5
• Transplanting:
  • After 4–6 weeks, transplant into 8–10 cm pots
  • After another 4–6 weeks, move to the garden or large containers (5–10 L)
• Plant spacing: 25 × 25 cm (annual) or 50 × 50 cm (perennial)
• Growing temperature: 15–18°C; frost-free overwintering at 3–5°C
• Fertilization:
  • Weekly feeding with 100–150 ppm nitrogen
  • Avoid high salt and ammonium concentrations
  • Apply magnesium sulfate and iron chelate if needed
• Support: Tall flower spikes may require light staking or netting
• Maintenance: Remove faded flowers to promote continuous blooming; stop fertilizing late in summer

Why Grow ‘Magic Fountains Mix’?

• Compact plants with strong, upright growth
• Stunning mix of colors with elegant contrasting centers
• Reliable first-year flowering
• Excellent vase life and strong stems for cutting
• Adds structure, color, and texture to borders and bouquets
• Perfect for home gardens, landscapes, and floristry use