Delphinium 'Magic Fountains Pure White' is the crisp, clean, sophisticated member of the Magic Fountains family. Dense spikes of pure white flowers — each with a dark, contrasting bee at the centre — rise above deeply lobed foliage, creating an effect that is at once bold and beautifully refined. White delphiniums are a staple of the finest cutting gardens and formal border schemes, and this compact variety makes them accessible to every garden.

'Pure White' produces tightly packed flower spikes in the clearest white, each floret displaying a distinctive dark eye that adds depth and contrast. The effect is striking without being showy — there is an almost architectural quality to the perfectly arranged florets along the spike. White delphiniums have a particular ability to bridge colour gaps in a planting scheme, sitting comfortably between bold purples, soft pinks, and warm blues. They also look extraordinary at dusk, when the white flowers catch the fading light beautifully. In a cutting garden, this is one of the most versatile stems you can grow.

'Magic Fountains Pure White' grows to around 70 to 90 cm — shorter than traditional varieties but still producing impressive, fully packed flower spikes. Supplied at 20 cm in a 9 cm pot, it establishes well and will flower in its first season. Position in the mid to back of a sunny border, or grow specifically for cutting. More wind-resistant than tall delphiniums, though staking is still recommended in very exposed sites.

Full sun or very light shade with shelter from strong wind is the ideal position. A well-drained but moisture-retentive, fertile soil gives the best results. Delphiniums are hungry plants — they perform much better in good soil than in thin or very sandy ground. Rich, loamy soil in a sheltered, sunny spot is the ideal growing environment.

Regular watering is important, particularly during dry spells and when buds are forming. Feed every two weeks during the growing season with a potassium-rich liquid feed. Stake in exposed positions. Cut flower spikes back after the first flowering flush to encourage a second display in late summer. Be vigilant about slugs and snails in spring, when emerging growth is most vulnerable. Divide established clumps every three to four years to maintain vigour.

White delphiniums have a particular quality in the garden — a kind of calm authority that makes everything around them look better. 'Magic Fountains Pure White' brings that quality in a more compact form, suitable for more modern planting schemes as well as the traditional cottage border. The upright white spikes contrast beautifully with rounded forms, horizontal ground covers, and the loose movement of ornamental grasses nearby.

• Pure, Clean White: One of the most elegant flower spike colours in any summer garden.
• Dark-Eyed Contrast: The contrasting centre eye adds depth and visual interest to each floret.
• Exceptional for Cutting: Long, strong stems make outstanding fresh cut flower arrangements.
• Versatile Planting Partner: White sits comfortably with every other colour in the border.
• Compact and Manageable: The Magic Fountains form is shorter and more practical than classic tall delphiniums.

Delphinium 'Magic Fountains Pure White' is elegance made botanical. Plant it where the white spikes can catch the light, cut it for the vase where the flowers can last and be admired up close. Either way, it will not disappoint.

Size at dispatch: 20 cm in height, and comes in a 9 cm pot
Care level: Medium
Pet safety: No, toxic to pets