planting delphinium in pots Delphinium elatum 'Faust' – Roots Plants

planting delphinium in pots Delphinium elatum 'Faust' – Roots PlantsWe wonder whether Marlowe or Goethe had delphiniums in mind when they wrote their epic Faustian tales? Probably not Their loss, though, because this variety? Well, it's devilishly good! Featuring upright spikes of semi double blooms in a powdery cobalt blue violet, this delphinium packs a punch wherever it's placed, but looks particularly good when planted in uniform blocks, or alongside foxgloves and lupins in contrasting hues Other planting ideas

• We wonder whether Marlowe or Goethe had delphiniums in mind when they wrote their epic Faustian tales? Probably not... Their loss, though, because this variety? Well, it's devilishly good!
• Featuring upright spikes of semi-double blooms in a powdery cobalt blue-violet, this delphinium packs a punch wherever it's placed, but looks particularly good when planted in uniform blocks, or alongside foxgloves and lupins in contrasting hues
• Other planting ideas for your delphinium include container planting (in a large pot) or the creation of a wildlife garden (alongside the likes of aquilegia and echinacea)
• A couple of other features worth highlighting; 'Faust' makes an excellent cut flower for bouquets and will also attract lots of pollinators to your garden!
• Fully hardy in nature, you can rely on this delphinium to survive even harsh winters and come back the following year
• Faust' has received the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit, given to plants that perform exceptionally well in British gardens.