Magic Fountains Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium
Delphinium elatum 'Dark Blue White Bee'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Magic Fountains Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Bloom PeriodSummer
Growing Zones 3-7
Magic wands of the most dramatic fashion, the Magic Fountains Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium (Delphinium elatum 'Dark Blue White Bee') has the most dramatic color you've ever seen! Big spikes full of large flowers fill these vertical bloomers with the deepest royal blue to dark royal purple blooms ever! Each with a bright pure white 'bee' in the center to highlight each floret, and dark near-black stamen. Like big blue eyes on tall waving wands for your pollinators and to add height and intrigue to the garden!
Magic Fountains Delphinium blooms all summer and if you are timely with deadheading, will rebloom for a second show in the late summer to fall! Each big, showy spike blooms from the bottom up, so you'll enjoy a long-lasting display! Arising from a dense cluster of lobed, deep-green foliage, Delphinium are a classic garden and cut flower plant for height, color, and big eye-catching displays!
Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium is a cold hardy herbaceous perennial that thrives in the sun and cold winters of USDA growing zones 3 through 7. Usually passed up by deer, the Hummingbirds and butterflies will be swarming these vertical blooms! When in bloom, each flower spike can reach 2-3 feet with ease and the foliage mounds can spread to 12-18 inches in width. The space-saving size means any garden can sneak one of these dramatic perennials into small yards or established landscapes alike!
Planting and Application:
Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium looks romantic when swaying among other perennials, especially with other wand-like blooms like Iris, Salvia and of course other Delphinium. Mixing well with other blues, white, purples, and pinks, while setting off red and yellow combinations! These blooms are sure to add punctuation to any garden flower combination without sacrificing space. Add bold color to a Cottage border or a Rock Garden with upright unearthly color! And no Butterfly garden should go without these incredible plants!
Planted in rows or in groupings maximizes their impact on the garden bed or border! Imagine a row of these undulating through a sunny border along your home's foundation, or along a pathway. These are head-turning back-of-the-border perennial plants and should be used to add depth, height, and dramatic color to the garden. Snip a few for the vase indoors for amazing bouquets, while also encouraging new flowers to form and take their place!
Magic Fountains is equally suitable in large planters and porch pots in the sun as a vertical thriller plant, so mix it with your annuals and spilling groundcovers of all colors for a porch pot that grabs all the attention!
- Big Bold Semi-Double Royal Blueish-Purple Florets
- Pure White Bee & Dark Stamen On Each Flower
- Tall Spikes of Many Flowers - Bloom From Bottom Up
- Deeply Lobed Deep Green Foliage Mounds
- Butterflies, Bees & Hummingbirds!
- Fantastic Cut Flowers, Container Vertical Accents & Garden Beds & Borders
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Delphinium appreciates full sun and some afternoon shade in hotter climates. Plant in well-drained enriched soil with a 3-4 inch thick layer of mulch over the roots. Provide regular moisture all summer to support the big flowers.
The strong stems rarely need staking in protected areas, so they continue to stand tall, but in windy locations, a firm stake will help support their stems. Deadhead early enough and you’ll enjoy a rebloom until fall, then as the foliage turns yellow, prune back the mound close to the ground and water it in well one last time before the ground freezes.
It is recommended you wear gloves when handling these plants since some can develop skin sensitivity. Always monitor young pets and young children around Delphinium.
- Full Sun & Afternoon Shade
- Well-Drained Enriched Soil
- Appreciates Mulch & Regular Moisture Access
- Low-Maintenance & Deer Resistant
- Deadhead As Blooms Fade & Prune Late Autumn
Dramatic deeply-hued blooms, the Magic Fountains Dark Blue White Bee Delphinium will stand tall and stand out in your garden beds and borders this year, but only if you order yours today at NatureHills.com! Hurry before this incredible variety sells out!
