Delphinium West End Blue

Delphinium West End Blue is a standout choice for gardeners who love bold, architectural plants with an air of elegance. This variety produces tall, stately spires of vivid cobalt-blue flowers, each accented with a striking white centre or “bee.” These vibrant blooms rise above lush, deeply lobed green foliage, creating a dynamic and eye-catching display that’s perfect for cottage gardens, borders, or as a dramatic feature in mixed planting schemes.

Reaching a height of approximately 120-150 cm, West End Blue makes an impressive statement in the garden, particularly at the back of borders where its height can be fully appreciated. Flowering in early to mid-summer, it offers weeks of colour and interest during the warmest months, attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies.

One of the unique qualities of Delphinium West End Blue is its adaptability. While it thrives in sunny positions, it is also slightly more tolerant of light shade compared to many other delphinium varieties. This resilience, combined with its vibrant colour and sturdy stems, makes it a reliable performer in British gardens.

We supply top-quality Delphinium West End Blue bare root plants, ensuring you receive healthy and vigorous stock ready to establish quickly. For best results, plant in fertile, well-drained soil and space 3-5 plants per square metre for a full, balanced display. Regular feeding and deadheading will encourage prolonged blooming, and staking may be needed in windy areas to support the tall flower spikes.

Bring timeless beauty and a splash of bold blue to your garden with Delphinium West End Blue, a variety that combines elegance, reliability, and striking colour in equal measure.

Learn how to grow Delphinium

• Type of Plant: Perennial
• Flower Colour: Vibrant cobalt-blue with a striking white centre ("bee")
• Foliage Colour: Deep green, deeply lobed leaves
• Height: Approximately 120-150 cm
• Spread: Around 50-70 cm
• Bloom Size: Tall spires densely packed with striking flowers
• Flowering Period: Early to mid-summer
• Fragrance: Not scented
• Hardiness: Fully hardy in UK gardens
• Key Features: Bold colour; sturdy stems; adaptable to light shade
• Sunlight: Prefers full sun but tolerates light shade
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter
• Watering Needs: Regular watering, especially during dry spells
• Maintenance: Deadhead to prolong flowering; staking may be required in windy locations
• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
• Supplied As: Bare root plants
• Ideal For: Cottage gardens, borders, and as a dramatic focal point
• Planting Density: 3-5 bare root plants per square metre
• Planting Time: Best planted in spring for summer blooms
• Dispatch: Spring (March/April)
• We Ship From: London