Botanical Name: Delphinium elatum ‘Magic Fountains Mix’

Common Name: Delphinium, Larkspur

Hardiness Zone: Perennial in Most Climates (USDA Zones 3–7)

Size: 24–36" Tall × 18–24" Wide

Growth Habit: Upright, Clump-Forming, Compact for Delphiniums

Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Sun

Soil: Rich, Well-Drained Soil with Consistent Moisture

Water Needs: Moderate; Regular Watering Required

Bloom Season: Late Spring to Early Summer, with Possible Re-bloom

Fertilizer: Regular Feeding During Active Growth

Features: Mixed Blue, Purple, Lavender, Pink & White Blooms, Compact Stems, Excellent Cut Flowers, Pollinator Friendly

Uses: Perennial Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower Gardens, Back of Beds, Containers

Patent: ❌ Not Patented

Propagation: ✔ Propagation Allowed

See our complete Delphinium Growth & Care Guide for more in depth care details.

More About Delphinium ‘Magic Fountains Mix’

Delphinium ‘Magic Fountains Mix’ gives you that romantic, storybook Delphinium look, but in a form that fits beautifully into a real working garden. The flower spikes rise neatly above the deeply cut green foliage, carrying a soft, blended mix of blues, purples, lavenders, pinks, and whites. I love that you get variation without chaos. The colors feel natural together, like they were meant to mingle. In late Spring and early Summer, it brings that classic cottage garden height and elegance, and the stems are absolutely lovely for cutting and bringing indoors.

What makes the Magic Fountains series so practical is its restraint. Older delphiniums can shoot up tall and floppy, demanding staking and constant attention, especially after a heavy rain or Summer storm. This mix stays more compact and noticeably sturdier, which means far less leaning and far less fuss. It still provides that vertical punctuation in the border, but it does not bully neighboring plants or overwhelm smaller perennials. For gardeners who want height without the headache, that balance makes a difference.

Why We Like It (Our Trials)

In our Upstate South Carolina trials at Garden, ‘Magic Fountains Mix’ has been one of the most consistent Delphinium options for home gardeners. We have seen strong, upright spikes with far less flopping than the old tall types, particularly when planted in amended soil and given a little protection from strong wind. The blended color range creates that easy, layered cottage look without having to source and plant multiple individual cultivars.

I also appreciate how adaptable it is in design. It fits beautifully into traditional perennial beds and mixed borders, and it can even work in large containers where full sized delphiniums would simply be too much. For anyone who loves the elegance of Delphiniums but does not want a high maintenance diva in the garden, Magic Fountains Mix is a thoughtful, reliable choice.

Magic Fountains Mix vs. Other Delphiniums

Magic Fountains Mix is the most relaxed and natural-looking choice of the Magic Fountains Series. Unlike Pure White or the Bee selections, the Mix offers a blend of blues, purples, pinks, and whites that feels less planned and more cottage-garden in style. Compared to Blue Sky White Bee, the Mix sacrifices color consistency for charm and variation.

When set next to Lavender White Bee, it feels more casual, while Lavender reads more intentional and refined. All share the same manageable height and improved stem strength, so performance is consistent across the series. I recommend the Mix when gardeners want classic Delphiniums without worrying about precise color coordination.