Delphinium elatum 'Sweet Sensations' - 2026

Delphinium elatum 'Sweet Sensations' is a tall, hardy perennial valued for its dense spikes of soft blue to lavender flowers with slightly darker centres that bloom from mid to late summer. The upright flower spikes rise above clumps of deeply divided dark green foliage, creating dramatic vertical interest in borders, cottage gardens, and mixed perennial plantings. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, combining ornamental appeal with ecological value.

Thriving in full sun to partial shade with fertile, well-drained soil, Delphinium elatum 'Sweet Sensations' benefits from staking to support its tall flower spikes. Cutting back spent stems maintains a tidy appearance and can prolong flowering in favourable conditions. Hardy, long-flowering, and relatively low-maintenance, this cultivar provides a striking display of summer colour and architectural structure, making it an excellent choice for dramatic garden borders.