Delphinium elatum 'Faust'
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Delphinium elatum 'Faust'
- We wonder whether Marlowe or Goethe had delphiniums in mind when they wrote their epic Faustian tales? Probably not... Their loss, though, because this variety? Well, it's devilishly good!
- Featuring upright spikes of semi-double blooms in a powdery cobalt blue-violet, this delphinium packs a punch wherever it's placed, but looks particularly good when planted in uniform blocks, or alongside foxgloves and lupins in contrasting hues
- Other planting ideas for your delphinium include container planting (in a large pot) or the creation of a wildlife garden (alongside the likes of aquilegia and echinacea)
- A couple of other features worth highlighting; 'Faust' makes an excellent cut flower for bouquets and will also attract lots of pollinators to your garden!
- Fully hardy in nature, you can rely on this delphinium to survive even harsh winters and come back the following year
- Faust' has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, given to plants that perform exceptionally well in British gardens.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Delphinium 'Faust' requires a large 50 cm heavy pot for stability and prefers mild summer temperatures around 20°C.
How big does it get?
Delphinium elatum 'Faust' typically reaches a mature height of 180 cm and a spread of 75 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Delphinium elatum 'Faust' requires full sun to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Delphinium elatum 'Faust' prefers deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
How much watering does this plant need?
Water Delphinium elatum 'Faust' regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, providing about 2.5 cm of water weekly during the growing season, and slightly more when temperatures surpass 25°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Delphinium elatum 'Faust' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Delphinium elatum 'Faust' has an RHS rating of H5, withstanding temperatures down to -15°C, making it hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters.
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