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Butterfly Blend Delphinium Seeds

Butterfly Blend Delphinium Seeds

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~0.2 g (~160 seeds)
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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.

Days to Emerge: 12– 18 days

Seed Depth: ¼"

Seed Spacing: A group of 3 seeds every 10" – 12"

Thinning: When 3" tall, thin to 1 every 10" – 12"

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  • Lily ..
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Jan 28, 2024
    5 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.
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    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    Feb 13, 2025
    5 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 stars
    Apr 15, 2024
    5 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 stars
    Apr 9, 2024
    5 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!

    Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert
  • Jackie
    Verified Buyer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    May 9, 2022
    5 Stars

    Started these seedlings indoors in late spring, then transplanted into the garden. These little plants were tough, made it through heat waves and drought, and survived where a lot of seedlings from other plants didn't. They haven't flowered yet, but are doing well and I'm very pleased with how easy and forgiving they are.