{"product_id":"delphinium-benarys-pacific-king-arthur-delphinium-hybrida-cut-flower","title":"Delphinium Benary's Pacific King Arthur | Delphinium hybrida | Cut Flower","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003eDelphinium Benary’s Pacific King Arthur | \u003cem\u003eDelphinium hybrida\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelphinium hybrida ‘Benary’s Pacific King Arthur’\u003c\/strong\u003e is a magnificent tall perennial Delphinium prized for its \u003cstrong\u003edeep violet-blue flowers with contrasting white centres\u003c\/strong\u003e and impressive, upright flower spikes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePart of the renowned \u003cstrong\u003eBenary’s Pacific series\u003c\/strong\u003e, King Arthur combines the dramatic appearance of traditional tall Delphiniums with excellent qualities for \u003cstrong\u003ecut flower production\u003c\/strong\u003e. The series has been rigorously tested for flower and stem quality and produces long, impressive stems with \u003cstrong\u003eexcellent vase life\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn important advantage is its \u003cstrong\u003eFastraX perennial\u003c\/strong\u003e characteristic: plants can \u003cstrong\u003eflower in the first year from seed without vernalization\u003c\/strong\u003e, making King Arthur particularly interesting for both professional cut flower growers and home gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eDelphinium hybrida\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Benary’s Pacific\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e King Arthur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perennial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 160 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlower colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep violet-blue with white centre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst-year flowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVernalization required:\u003c\/strong\u003e No\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to partial shade\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut flower, cutting garden, perennial borders and landscape planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVase life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDramatic Violet-Blue Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Arthur produces spectacular, tall flower spikes covered with \u003cstrong\u003erich violet-blue flowers highlighted by contrasting white centres\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe combination of intense colour and a pale centre gives individual flowers extra depth, while the long vertical spikes create a dramatic architectural effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the garden, King Arthur provides height and structure at the back of perennial borders. For floristry, its long stems are especially valuable for \u003cstrong\u003elarge bouquets, garden-style arrangements and statement floral designs\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow Long from Seed to Flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnder suitable spring growing conditions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e18–22 weeks = approximately 126–154 days from sowing to flowering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBenary’s Pacific King Arthur belongs to the \u003cstrong\u003eFastraX perennial programme\u003c\/strong\u003e, meaning plants are capable of \u003cstrong\u003eflowering in their first year from seed without requiring a cold period beforehand\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eActual crop time can vary depending on sowing date, temperature, light intensity and day length.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFirst-Year Flowering Without Vernalization\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional perennial Delphiniums are often associated with waiting until the following season for their best flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKing Arthur offers an important advantage:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVernalization is not required for first-year flowering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen seeds are started sufficiently early and plants receive suitable growing conditions, they can produce their impressive flower spikes \u003cstrong\u003eduring the first growing season\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes the variety particularly useful for growers who want to produce perennial Delphiniums from seed within one season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow \u003cstrong\u003e2–3 seeds per plug\u003c\/strong\u003e in a fine, well-drained seed-starting substrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCover the seeds \u003cstrong\u003elightly with vermiculite or a thin layer of substrate\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the substrate consistently moist during the initial germination period, but avoid waterlogging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor reliable production, young plants benefit from moderate temperatures, good air circulation and plenty of light once seedlings have emerged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGrowing the Young Plants\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnce established, provide the seedlings with \u003cstrong\u003ebright light and good ventilation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater carefully, allowing the growing medium to dry slightly between waterings rather than keeping it continuously saturated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelphiniums develop best when young plants are grown steadily rather than being subjected to excessive heat or overfeeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore planting outdoors, gradually harden the plants to outside conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePosition \u0026amp; Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant King Arthur in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun to partial shade\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a \u003cstrong\u003efertile, humus-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e that retains moisture without becoming waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIncorporating mature compost before planting can improve both soil structure and nutrient availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause King Arthur develops very tall flower stems, a position protected from strong winds is beneficial.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTall Plants Need Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith flower stems reaching approximately \u003cstrong\u003e160 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e, King Arthur is a genuinely tall Delphinium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProviding \u003cstrong\u003estakes, support netting or another plant support system\u003c\/strong\u003e is recommended, especially in exposed gardens and professional cut flower fields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEarly support allows the stems to grow straight and helps prevent damage from strong wind or heavy rain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWatering \u0026amp; Feeding\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMaintain relatively consistent soil moisture during active growth and particularly while the long flower spikes are developing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring dry periods, \u003cstrong\u003ewater deeply\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than frequently applying only small amounts of water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelphiniums appreciate fertile soil and balanced nutrition. 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