June Spotlight: Delphiniums
Ellie Jones
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Come June, the British flower season is in full swing and towering above everything else in the fields is the magnificent Delphinium so it’s only right that this beauty is our Spotlight flower for June.
The most popular Delphiniums used in floristry in the UK are white and various shades of blue and purple. Their height can span anything from 40cm to a staggering 130cm and its these tall beauties in particular that can create incredible whimsical drama in floral creations.
According to the RHS, the name “delphinium” originates from the ancient Greek word 'delphis', referring to the individual flowers that form along the stems of these flowers and give them their bold block of floral colour.
A particular favourite here at Bouquets for Days is known as ‘Black Eyed Angels’; a towering white variety with black eyes at the centre of each individual white flower along the stem (see the gallery below).
Wedding Tip: which it’s their sheer size that often grabs peoples’ attention, the individual dolphin shaped flower heads on Delphiniums can be used in smaller work as well and make lovely additions to buttonholes, delicate flower crowns too.
If you’re thinking about flowers for a June wedding or event and you would like to discuss seasonal availability then get in touch and keep an eye on the Bouquets for Days Instagram for more seasonal ingredients making an appearance throughout the month.