delphinium 'Merlin'

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A deciduous, herbaceous perennial that reaches approximately 1.7m in height when in flower. It forms an even mound of green, lobed leaves and stately flower stems of true to pale blue flowers with small fluffy white centres, in summer

Scientific classification

Species: delphinium 'Merlin' (Delphinium 'Merlin')
Genus: Delphinium
Family: Ranunculaceae

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Toxicity: Herbaceous Perennial
Plant type: 0.5-1 metres
Height: 1.5-2.5 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Columnar upright
Habit: Spring · Summer · Autumn
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of delphinium 'Merlin'

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Culture

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Toxicity

Harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling

Quick identification of delphinium 'Merlin'

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delphinium 'Merlin' care guide

Uniformly moist soil preferred, water at base to avoid leaf mildew
Watering: Full sun
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Watering

Uniformly moist soil preferred, water at base to avoid leaf mildew

Fertilizing

Light balanced feeding every two weeks spring through early summer

Pruning

Deadhead spent flower spikes back to fresh flowering side shoots and cut back to ground level in late autumn.

Propagation

Propagate by basal cuttings in early spring

Growing

Will grow well in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun and apply a balanced liquid fertilizer every other week during the growing season. Set crown above soil. It will need shelter from strong winds; staking may be necessary. See staking: perennials and delphinium cultivation for further advice

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