Delphiniums are stunning perennial flowering plants known for their tall, majestic spikes of colorful flowers. Belonging to the Ranunculaceae family, delphiniums are native to the Northern Hemisphere and are cultivated for their ornamental value in gardens and landscapes.
These plants typically feature deeply lobed, palmate leaves and produce tall, sturdy stems that can reach heights of 3 to 6 feet or more, depending on the variety. Atop these stems are dense clusters of showy, spurred flowers that come in various shades of blue, purple, pink, white, and occasionally yellow.
Delphiniums are popular for their striking vertical presence and are often used as focal points or backdrops in garden beds and borders. They prefer rich, well-drained soil and full sunlight, although they appreciate some afternoon shade in warmer climates. Proper staking is essential to support the tall flower spikes, as they can be susceptible to wind damage.
With proper care, including regular watering and fertilization, delphiniums can bloom profusely from late spring through summer, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies to the garden with their nectar-rich flowers. However, it's important to note that delphiniums contain toxins and should be handled with care, especially around children and pets.
How to sow the seeds..
40% soil
40% dry cow dung
20% vermicompost
(50% soil and 50% cow dung if vermicompost is not available)
Add these and mix well and remove all the stones and lumps from it.. After filling three quarters of the pan with soil, pour water and keep it wet for 10 minutes..
Leave the seeds in the sun for 10 minutes and then put them on top of the water soaked soil..then spread a small layer of compost and soil mix on top of it (a very small layer).
No water is required for the first three days. After that spray water twice a day. Keep these pots in a place that does not get direct sunlight.. After the seeds germinate and get 4-5 leaves, healthy seedlings can be transplanted to other pots.
The seeds take 14 - 21 days to germinate
Manure and compost are recommended as fertilizers.
