Perennial

Delphinium ‘Delgenius Shelby’

Delphinium 'Delgenius Shelby'
Good for cut flowers badge Hardiness H6

Delphinium ‘Delgenius Shelby’ carries dense racemes of lavender-purple double flowers in summer. Compact yet upright, this clump-forming perennial grows to around 1m and adds depth of colour to cottage borders or containers. Easy to grow in sunny, sheltered spots, it makes a reliable cut flower while maintaining a neat, upright presence in Irish gardens.
SKU: DEL-3L-TJ5Q8Q
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Flowering Months
Jan J
Feb F
Mar M
Apr A
May M
Jun J
Jul J
Aug A
Sep S
Oct O
Nov N
Dec D
Size
Max Height
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Max Spread
0.5 m — 1.0 m
Growth Habit
Grows in tight bunches from base, forming rounded groups., Tall, narrow growth habit with strongly vertical main stems.
Planting Position
Sunlight i Indicates how much direct sunlight the plant needs each day. Full sun means 6+ hours, part shade is filtered or morning sun, and full shade is little to no direct sun.
Full Sun
Aspect i Aspect refers to the direction the planting spot faces (north, south, east or west). It affects light levels, warmth and exposure.
South West
Exposure i Exposure describes how sheltered or exposed a plant’s position is, particularly to wind and weather.
Sheltered
Hardiness i Hardiness indicates how well a plant tolerates cold conditions outdoors. Higher ratings generally mean greater frost tolerance.
(−20 to −15 °C) Very cold-hardy
Ideal Soil Conditions
Soil Type i Soil type describes the texture of the soil (clay, sand, loam, chalk). This affects drainage, nutrients and how roots grow.
Chalk Loam Sand
Soil Moisture i Soil moisture tells you how wet or dry the soil should be for best growth. Match this to your garden conditions for healthier plants.
Moist but permeable / Free draining
Soil pH i Soil pH measures how acidic or alkaline the soil is. It affects nutrient availability and can impact plant growth.
Acid Alkaline Neutral
Plant Uses & Merits
Uses
  • Patios / Courtyards
  • Containers
  • Flower Borders
Merits
  • No pruning required
  • Good for Cut Flowers

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