Magic Fountains Sky Blue White Bee Delphinium
Magic Fountains Sky Blue White Bee Delphinium
Sky-Blue Spires Sized for the Real-World Border
Magic Fountains Sky Blue White Bee Delphinium (Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountains Sky Blue White Bee') delivers the drama of classic tall delphiniums on a more manageable, midsize plant that rarely needs heavy staking. Dense spires of soft sky-blue flowers, each with a contrasting white center "bee," rise in early to midsummer and draw hummingbirds and bees. Deer-resistant and reliably hardy, it's a cottage-garden classic for sunny borders in Edina, Woodbury, and Maple Grove.
Magic Fountains Sky Blue Plant Details
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Botanical Name | Delphinium elatum 'Magic Fountains Sky Blue White Bee' |
| Mature Size | 30–36 in. tall, 18–24 in. wide |
| Hardiness Zone | 3–7 (Twin Cities is zone 4b–5a — fully hardy) |
| Light | Full sun to part shade |
| Bloom Time | Early to midsummer, often reblooming if cut back |
| Flower Color | Sky-blue with a white center bee |
| Soil | Moist, rich, well-drained; amend clay with compost |
| Winter Hardiness | Reliable to -30°F once established |
| Deer Resistance | Rarely browsed — foliage is unpalatable to deer |
Landscape Uses in Minnesota
Midsize vertical accents: Its spires add cottage-garden height to the middle and back of the border with less staking than towering types. Space 18–24 inches apart.
Pollinator and cut-flower gardens: Hummingbirds and bees love the blooms, and the spires are excellent cut. Pair with roses, peonies, and Shasta daisies.
Best Time to Plant in Minnesota
Plant in spring (late April–May) or early fall into rich, moist soil. Water through establishment.
How to Plant Magic Fountains Sky Blue Delphinium
Dig a hole twice the pot's width at the same depth, mixing in compost. Set the crown level, backfill, water well, and mulch 2 inches deep, keeping mulch off the crown. Space 18–24 inches apart. In windy spots, a light stake or peony ring keeps spires upright.
Watering Magic Fountains Sky Blue Delphinium
First year: Keep evenly moist — water every 2–3 days at first, then weekly. Stop 2–3 weeks before the ground freezes.
After year one: Prefers steady moisture and rich soil; cut spent spires to the base to encourage a second flush.
Q: Does it need staking?
Less than towering delphiniums — in sheltered spots it stands on its own; in windy sites a light support helps.
Q: Is delphinium poisonous?
Yes — all parts are toxic if eaten. Plant it away from where children or pets might nibble, and wash hands after handling.
Q: Will it survive a Minnesota winter?
Yes — hardy to zone 3 with good drainage over winter.
Q: Is it deer-resistant?
Yes — deer rarely browse delphinium foliage.
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