A short stemmed delphinium with spires of double dark blue flowers with white bees on strong, stable stems. Height 75cm. Flowers June to July. Full sun. Fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Hardy. Attracts bees.
Delphinium x cultorum ‘Magic Fountains Dark Blue / White Bee’ is a striking perennial, producing sturdy spires of dark blue double flowers with contrasting white bees. Compact in size and full of charm, it’s perfect for borders, cottage gardens, or as a feature plant to attract bees and pollinators.
PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
Spring: Plant your Delphinium in spring, giving the roots time to settle before the first flush of blooms.
Autumn: Alternatively, planting in early autumn allows the plant to establish before its next growing season.
Site Selection
Sunlight: Choose a bright location, as Delphinium thrives in full sun for the best flower production.
Soil: The plant prefers fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Incorporating compost or organic matter at planting will give your delphinium a strong start.
Planting Instructions
Prepare the Hole: Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball but no deeper.
Soil Preparation: Mix in compost to enrich the soil and improve drainage.
Positioning: Place your Delphinium with the crown level to the soil surface.
Backfill and Water: Firmly backfill and water well to encourage root establishment.
Watering Requirements
During the growing season, water consistently to keep the soil evenly moist, particularly in dry spells.
Avoid overwatering, as Delphinium dislikes waterlogging.
Feeding
Spring: Apply a balanced fertiliser to encourage vigorous new shoots.
Summer: A light feed during mid-summer can prolong the flowering period and keep plants strong.
Pruning
Deadheading: Remove spent flowers to encourage repeat blooming. This keeps Delphinium x cultorum ‘Magic Fountains Dark Blue / White Bee’ neat and prolongs its floral display.
Cutting Back: After flowering ends in late summer, cut stems back to ground level to prepare for dormancy.
Mulching
In spring, apply organic mulch around the base to conserve moisture, improve soil, and deter weeds.
A protective mulch in winter helps safeguard roots, ensuring your Delphinium returns year after year.
Supporting the Plant
Although compact, stems can benefit from light staking in exposed spots. This prevents wind damage and ensures flower spikes remain upright and showy.
Final Tips
Delphinium x cultorum ‘Magic Fountains Dark Blue / White Bee’ is a hardy perennial, ideal for gardeners who want reliable summer colour. By planting in fertile, moist yet well-drained soil, providing regular water and feed, and deadheading spent blooms, you’ll enjoy dramatic spires of colour that brighten borders while attracting pollinators.
32 reviews for Delphinium x cultorum ‘Magic Fountains Dark Blue / White Bee’
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Lady Bowes (verified owner)–
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David G. (verified owner)–
Excellence as is the norm, thank you.
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John Condon (verified owner)–
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Emmie Hart (verified owner)–
Excellent service as always. Flowers packaged securely and quick delivery to.
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Jill (verified owner)–
Lovely plant. Very happy
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Vilma Young (verified owner)–
As above
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Anonymous (verified owner)–
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Jane (verified owner)–
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S E f. (verified owner)–
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S Karen B. (verified owner)–
Nice healthy plant
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Roberta Gould (verified owner)–
Lovely healthy plant. Well packaged.
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Heather N. (verified owner)–
A good size plant for the price, well packaged
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Rosemary Joynson (verified owner)–
Lovely plant, healthy and strong . Although a little disappointed as not a impressive as usual. 5 * because I realise it late in the season and that probably has more to do with it than the plant which will be phenomenal next year.
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John B. (verified owner)–
All plants received were of excellent quality and very well packaged.
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John B. (verified owner)–
Super plant, well packaged and arrived before due date
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Rekha Patel (verified owner)–
Beautiful healthy plant.can see buds already
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Joy Gower (verified owner)–
Great
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Philip M. (verified owner)–
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John Gough (verified owner)–
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Allan Hulmes (verified owner)–
great plant
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Diane Lay (verified owner)–
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Angela (verified owner)–
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Amanda Gill (verified owner)–
Healthy plant of a good size
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PATRICIA Shennan (verified owner)–
I am really pleased with my plants am really glad I found this nursery
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Anita (verified owner)–
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Veronica A. (verified owner)–
Another beautiful plant. Very pleased with all the plants. My only critism is not being able to buy more plants as many were out of stock.
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Elizabeth (verified owner)–
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Carolyn Hannah (verified owner)–
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Elizabeth (verified owner)–
Strong, sturdy plants arrived very quickly and were extremely well packed and supported in the box. My only comment is that they weren’t all labelled but this is only a minor disappointment. I am so much looking forward to seeing them in flower.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
jane c. (verified owner) –
Veronica (verified owner) –
Lady Bowes (verified owner) –
David G. (verified owner) –
Excellence as is the norm, thank you.
John Condon (verified owner) –
Emmie Hart (verified owner) –
Excellent service as always. Flowers packaged securely and quick delivery to.
Jill (verified owner) –
Lovely plant. Very happy
Vilma Young (verified owner) –
As above
Anonymous (verified owner) –
Jane (verified owner) –
S E f. (verified owner) –
S Karen B. (verified owner) –
Nice healthy plant
Roberta Gould (verified owner) –
Lovely healthy plant. Well packaged.
Heather N. (verified owner) –
A good size plant for the price, well packaged
Rosemary Joynson (verified owner) –
Lovely plant, healthy and strong . Although a little disappointed as not a impressive as usual. 5 * because I realise it late in the season and that probably has more to do with it than the plant which will be phenomenal next year.
John B. (verified owner) –
All plants received were of excellent quality and very well packaged.
John B. (verified owner) –
Super plant, well packaged and arrived before due date
Rekha Patel (verified owner) –
Beautiful healthy plant.can see buds already
Joy Gower (verified owner) –
Great
Philip M. (verified owner) –
John Gough (verified owner) –
Allan Hulmes (verified owner) –
great plant
Diane Lay (verified owner) –
Angela (verified owner) –
Amanda Gill (verified owner) –
Healthy plant of a good size
PATRICIA Shennan (verified owner) –
I am really pleased with my plants am really glad I found this nursery
Anita (verified owner) –
Veronica A. (verified owner) –
Another beautiful plant. Very pleased with all the plants. My only critism is not being able to buy more plants as many were out of stock.
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
Carolyn Hannah (verified owner) –
Elizabeth (verified owner) –
Strong, sturdy plants arrived very quickly and were extremely well packed and supported in the box. My only comment is that they weren’t all labelled but this is only a minor disappointment. I am so much looking forward to seeing them in flower.