Magic Fountains Pure White Delphinium is a frost-hardy cultivar of Delphinium elatum bred for compact growth and pure white flowers that shine in spring and fall arrangements. Hardy in zones 3 through 7, this open-pollinated variety reaches maturity in 105 to 125 days and grows to a manageable height that doesn't demand excessive staking, though support is still recommended. The flowers emerge in a soft, pristine white that cuts beautifully and reliably rebloom in late summer and early fall when cut back promptly after the first flush.
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Pure white delphiniums are less common than their blue cousins, and Magic Fountains delivers that rare, clean color in a compact form that doesn't sprawl across the garden. Because it blooms again in late summer if you deadhead after the first flowering, you're essentially getting two seasons of cut flowers from a single planting. The tight, managed growth habit means you'll need less staking and wrestling with floppy stems than taller delphinium varieties.
Magic Fountains Pure White is prized as a cut flower for spring and fall arrangements. Florists and home gardeners alike value its long, straight stems and pure white florets for weddings, formal bouquets, and seasonal displays. The flowers remain fresh in water for an extended period when harvested at the right stage.
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Sow seeds 10 to 16 weeks before your planned outdoor planting date. Cover seeds lightly, as they benefit from some light for germination. Once seedlings emerge, grow them at 50 to 55 degrees Fahrenheit in a greenhouse or cold frame. Transplant into larger cell packs or 3 to 4 inch containers about 6 to 8 weeks after germination. Harden off seedlings gradually before moving them outdoors.
Transplant outside after the last frost in spring, or in late summer through early September for a fall planting. If growing in a greenhouse, you can also transplant plugs directly into a raised bed during the August through September window. Space plants 12 inches apart.
Harvest stems when approximately one quarter to one third of the flowers along the stem are open, ensuring plenty of buds remain to open in the vase. Cut in the early morning when stems are fully hydrated. Place immediately in water to maximize vase life and allow the remaining buds to unfold over several days.
Cut back immediately after the first bloom to encourage rebloom in late summer and early fall. This deadheading practice triggers a second flowering cycle and extends your harvest window considerably.
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