As the lilies faded and the delphinium grew old and went to seed, the old stalks were cut away.
To the south of the delphiniums was a great bank of bridal wreath chrysanthemums, white as the driven snow.
Trees rose high above the small house, and inside the fence were tall spires of delphinium, bluer than the sky.
Next year we'll have thujas at the upper cottage and at the house delphiniums, deep blue, pale blue and mauve larkspur.
No similar appointment is envisaged for perennial delphiniums unless and until there are any indications that some varieties in this species will be entered for plant breeders' rights.
Historically this garden was planted with spring-blooming perennials such as delphiniums, irises, peonies, and poppies.
Flowers like the iris, chrysanthemum, lily and delphinium (blue), were certainly known to the ancients but do not feature much in garden scenes.
Near the little-used road is an estate surrounded by delphiniums and an electrified fence.
