Delphinium Blue Buccaneers #1

Common Name: Hybrid Bee Delhpinium

Dark electric blue flowers hold black bees on strong flower spires. Since it is from seed, some lighter blues may appear. Compared to ‘Cobalt Dreams’, ‘Blue Buccaneers’ is more compact, has black bees, and has a more intense blue color.

Delphinium are a classic garden perennial. These plants are excellent for adding height to small spaces. Their tall flower spikes are easily recognizable when they come into flower in summer. When in flower, the spikes of these plants become heavy and should be staked to avoid toppling over in rough weather, especially taller varieties. Newer hybrids are longer lived than some of the more traditional cultivars.

Characteristics:

• Height: 3.0-5.0 Feet
• Spread: 1.5-2.0 Feet
• Hardiness Zones: 3,4,5,6,7
• Flower Color: Blue shades
• Foliage Color: Green shades
• Sunlight: Full Sun (> 6 hrs. Direct Sun), Part Shade (4-6 hrs. Direct Sun)
• Water Requirements: Average Water Needs
• Bloomtime: Early Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall
• Attracts Wings: Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Bee Friendly
• Critter Resistant: Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
• Seasonal Interest: Dried Seed Heads
• Growth Rate: Medium

Photo Credit: Walters Gardens, Inc