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Delphinium 'Delft Blue'
from Karel Heemskerk

Introduced: 2004

‘Delft Blue’ has broad white edges to its blue petals giving a striped effect unique in Bella - donna type Delphiniums.

It is a mutant of ‘Völkerfrieden’, a very popular and longstanding cut flower variety.

Height: 40"/100cm
 Spread: 30”/ 75cm
Hardiness: US zones 3-8
Blooms: June-August

Common name:
Larkspur

Patent status:
EU 13807
PP 14,705
COPF

 
 
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Delft Blue featured in UK Gardening Press
04-05-2004 16:57 UK Gardening Magazines 'Gardens Monthly' and 'The Garden' (The journal of the Royal Horticultural Society) have both been hot on the trail to let their readers know about 'Delft Blue's introduction.
By Miriam Young   
'The Garden' were first off the mark, with a news item in their February 2004 issue.

'Gardens Monthly' ran their story in April 2004.

 
The Breeder
Karel Heemskerk
By Miriam Young
Karel Heemskerk specialises in growing flowers for the cut flower market.
The Story Behind the Plant
Delphinium 'Delft Blue'
By Miriam Young
Delphinium ‘Delft Blue’ was first spotted in 1999 by cut flower grower Karel Heemskerk, as a mutated plant of D.‘Völkerfrieden’.
Growing Tips
All you need to know
By Arie Blom
The old English favourite with a twist, but how to take care of it? Arie Blom tells us how.
Forum
General discussion on Delphinium 'Delft Blue'
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