Week 10 | Delphinium New Millennium 'Dusky Maidens' | 2 Pack

2 Spring Starter Plants | Plug Size: 32*
This means the plugs are from a 32-cell tray. 32-cell trays are full-sized trays specifically for vernalized perennials.

Ships Week of Mar 8

Delphinium New Millennium 'Dusky Maidens'
Delphinium New Millennium Series 'Dusky Maidens'

If you love dramatic, romantic flowers with rich, moody color, 'Dusky Maidens' is an absolutely gorgeous addition to your cutting garden. Part of the celebrated New Millennium delphinium series, this striking perennial produces towering flower spikes covered in beautiful shades of dusky mauve, smoky rose, and muted lavender-pink.

Unlike traditional bright blue delphiniums, 'Dusky Maidens' offers a softer, more sophisticated color palette that works beautifully with antique roses, blush dahlias, and other romantic garden flowers. Its densely packed, semi-double to double blooms create impressive vertical columns of color, making it a spectacular focal flower in bouquets and large floral arrangements.

Bred in New Zealand, the New Millennium series is known for its exceptional flower quality, strong stems, and improved garden performance. 'Dusky Maidens' is particularly appealing to specialty cut flower growers and floral designers looking for unusual delphinium colors that complement modern wedding and event palettes.

Plants produce their main flush of flowers in late spring to early summer. Removing spent flower spikes may encourage additional blooms later in the growing season, especially in regions with cooler summers.

Height: 48-72"
Spread: 18-24"
Color: Dusky mauve, smoky pink, and muted lavender
Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer; possible rebloom
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Hardiness: USDA Zones 3-7; may perform in Zone 8 with afternoon shade and careful siting
Sun Exposure: Full sun to partial shade
Best For: Cut flowers, wedding arrangements, cottage gardens, perennial borders, and romantic garden designs

Growing Tips: Plant in rich, fertile, well-drained soil with plenty of organic matter. Delphiniums appreciate consistent moisture during active growth but do not tolerate waterlogged roots. Provide full sun in cooler climates and afternoon shade in warmer growing zones.

Tall flower spikes may require staking, particularly in exposed or windy locations. Remove faded blooms to encourage possible reblooming, and maintain good air circulation to help prevent powdery mildew and other fungal diseases.

In warmer climates, apply mulch around the root zone to help keep soil temperatures cooler during summer. Avoid burying the crown too deeply, and protect young growth from slugs and snails.

If you're looking for a delphinium that feels a little more unusual than the traditional blues and purples, 'Dusky Maidens' delivers extraordinary color, impressive height, and beautifully romantic flowers that are just as stunning in the garden as they are in a vase.

Caution: All parts of delphinium are toxic if ingested. Keep away from children, pets, and livestock.

Photo Credit: Farmer Bailey