Magic Fountain Lavender delphinium
Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountain Lavender'
USDA zones3 to 7
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
- Habit
- Erect
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Bloom color
- Blue, pink, purple, white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Magic Fountain Lavender' delphinium (Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountain Lavender') is a perennial for borders and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It grows upright and tolerates drought. Butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds visit the flowers. It is not a favorite of deer or rabbits, though hungry ones will eat almost anything.
Pairs well with Hold My Hand iris, The Chatelaine lupine, and Bowl of Cream peony.