Choosing and Caring for Summer Pere... Nov 5, 2009
Anemones, Delphiniums, Hollyhocks and Foxglove are just some of the very large and versatile range of summer flowering perennials available for temperate gardens ... These tall plants, sometimes up to 6ft, are sought after for their shades of blue and Delphinium Black Knight is one of the bluest flowers available for summer planting ... When plants grow as tall as delphiniums in one season feeding will be necessary and should be done throughout the season. (Suite101.com)
• Troubleshooting for a fabulous fall Sep 22, 2009
Troubleshooting for a fabulous fall By Blair KochTimes-News correspondent BUHL - With the season changing, my flower beds are once again bursting with color: Chrysanthemums are budding, asters are in full bloom, and a delphinium is giving all it's got to support towers of brilliant blue flowers ... And as beautiful as our delphinium's flowers are, a menacing yellow seems to be taking over its stalks and leaves, threatening its lush display of color. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
- Nancy and Danny exchanged vows May 23, 2009 0 Sep 19, 2009
Her cascading bouquet was made of pink roses, white calla lilies, pink and white tulips, pink bouvardia, white delphinium, white orchids, and soft trails of draping ivy. The wedding colors were pink and truffle. (El Centro Imperial Valley Press, CA)
The New English Cottage Garden Aug 18, 2009
And directly beside it should be not one, but three or more delphinium or other perennial. Planting in groups or en masse as it's known, is easier on the eyes. (Suite101.com)
Tall Flowering Plants for Back of B... Aug 11, 2009
Delphinium - A great vertical plant for cold climates, delphinium is hardy in zones 3-7 and prefers cooler summers that are not overly humid ... The larger cultivars of delphinium grow 4-6' tall ... Another plant that, like delphinium, tolerates cold climates well, the hollyhock is hardy in zones 2-10. (Suite101.com)
Help knock out noxious weeds this week Jun 26, 2009
Delphiniums, lilies and other tall plants break in the wind and under the weight of rainwater ... Those are fine for some plants, but will slice through a hollow delphinium stem. (Anchorage Daily News)
Think of the hungry when planting Jun 4, 2009
Delphinium defoliators: They are hitting every delphinium in town ... Cotoneaster leaf rollers: Treat as you would the delphinium defoliators. (Anchorage Daily News)
More of this story... May 7, 2009
A slopping garden boasts more roses and blooms including David Austin English roses, delphinium, lavender, lipstick salvia, alyssum, yarrow and verbena. Palm trees form the backdrop of the yard and one can only imagine that the views at sunset are heavenly. (The Exeter Sun, CA)
How to Grow Delphiniums Mar 8, 2009
Though not easy to grow by any means, delphiniums are among the most beautiful of all perennials ... No other flower is as coveted for the home garden as the majestic delphinium, and with good reason ... Delphiniums prefer cool, moist weather. (Suite101.com)
