Delphinium hybrida Benary's Pacific Guinevere | Candle Delphinium

Delphinium hybrida Benary's Pacific Guinevere | Candle Delphinium

Delphinium hybrida ‘Benary’s Pacific Guinevere’ is a magnificent perennial variety from the famous Benary’s Pacific series, prized for its tall flower spikes and refined lavender-rose blooms with white centers. Each stem carries layers of large, semi-double flowers that rise above lush green foliage, bringing elegance and height to any garden border or floral arrangement.

Developed for both professional growers and garden enthusiasts, this variety combines beauty with performance — producing long, straight stems ideal for cutting and excellent vase life.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Delphinium hybrida
• Variety: ‘Benary’s Pacific Guinevere’
• Common name: Candle Delphinium
• Type: Hardy perennial (often grown as biennial)
• Height: 150–180 cm
• Spread: 40–50 cm
• Flower color: Lavender-rose with white bee (center)
• Flowering period: June – August
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Rich, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil
• Uses: Cut flower, borders, cottage gardens

How to Sow and Grow

When to Sow:

• Indoors: February–April
• Outdoors: May–June (direct sowing possible in mild climates)

How to Sow:

• Sow seeds thinly on the surface of moist, well-drained compost.
• Lightly press but do not cover (needs light for germination).
• Maintain temperature at 15–18 °C for 21–28 days.

Transplanting:

• When seedlings are large enough to handle, pot up individually.
• Harden off and plant out after frost, spacing 45–60 cm apart.

Care and Maintenance

• Support tall flower spikes with stakes or mesh to prevent wind damage.
• Remove faded flowers to encourage secondary blooms.
• In autumn, cut back stems to just above ground level.
• Apply compost or well-rotted manure each spring for vigorous regrowth.

Why Grow ‘Benary’s Pacific Guinevere’?

✔ Exceptional color – soft lavender-rose tones with a contrasting white center
✔ Strong, tall stems perfect for cut flower production
✔ Reliable garden performance and winter hardiness
✔ Beloved by pollinators and essential for cottage-style plantings