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This charming blend of dwarf delphiniums performs better in the heat than others, and is an excellent choice for small spaces, or as an accent in the border or cottage garden. Prolific plants will bloom the first year, producing marine blue, light blue, soft rose, or white flowers. Grows well in containers and spots where the wind might topple taller varieties. Unlike traditional delphiniums, the dwarf type is a native of China, first introduced to England in 1818.
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Variety Info
Family: Ranunculaceae
Native: Asia
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 3-7
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Late spring to summer
Plant Dimensions: 12"–16" tall and wide
Variety Info: 1" single, cup-shaped flowers are marine blue, light blue, soft rose, and white, on multiple stems.
Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers, Dwarf Variety
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: RECOMMENDED. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date, and in Mild Climates, as late as 2 months before your average first frost date.
When to Start Inside: 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date.
Sprouts in: 12– 18 days
Plant Seeds (Depth): ¼"
Space Seeds: A group of 3 seeds every 10" – 12"
Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 10" – 12"
- Lindsay F.Verified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 starsApr 27, 2026New favorite
I grew these last year for the first time. I started indoors the end of Feb. and planted outside the end of April. They also overwintered well for me. Zone 6b.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateEGEpic GardeningMay 8, 2026Hey Lindsay,
We're so happy to hear that our Butterfly Blend Delphinium Seeds became your new favorite! What a fantastic success story - from starting them indoors at the end of February to watching them thrive after planting outside in April, and then having them overwinter beautifully in your zone 6b garden! Thanks for sharing your amazing growing success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Lily ..Rated 5 out of 5 starsJan 28, 20245 Stars
Absolutely love these. To be honest, I only wanted blue ones, and lucky for me the only ones that germinated were the marine blue and the light blue (I sowed them a year after buying, so I got poor germination--- delphium seeds do not keep long so be sure to sow them the same season you buy). The colors are gorgeous and they self seed readily, allowing me to transplant seedlings in subsequent seasons to fill out the bed.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - Deborah B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 starsFeb 13, 20255 Stars
I love the YouTube channels and the Beet. I got a tray,humidity dome, and 6 6-cells for Christmas and then ordered another set of the same and they are brimming with seedlings for the garden this year. The only thing is that one of the humidity domes was cracked in the corner when received and one of the trays cracked when I lifted it to check for water in the bottom tray. Shipping misstep for the humidity dome and my fault for not thinking about how heavy the tray with the 6-cells would be when lifting up the corner. My seeds have all done very well. I think you two and your company are very helpful, not to mention funny to watch. Thanks for the great work!
- Inge K.Rated 5 out of 5 starsApr 15, 20245 Stars
Started Butterfly Blend Delphinium from seeds last year (2023). The flowers were beautiful. Planted in a container, and was pleased to see them make their appearance in March 2024.
I'm happy when anything survives winter!! Colorado zone 5b, 7500 ft elevation.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - James E.Rated 5 out of 5 starsApr 9, 20245 Stars
Just a heads up, the color is determined by soil PH! You can change their color by either adding lime or sulfur to your soil!
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