I grew some delphiniums last year from seed. They were in a mixed packet of perenials and I put them in a heated propergator until they had germinated then planted them on when they were big enough. Result lots of different perenials and just 4 delphiums which were beautiful when they flowered. Don't give up.

Thanks Snowlisa will keep trying and I also love them so will continue until the magic happens :)

That's really bad luck Jewells. In the past, I've just scattered the seeds onto trays of compost, and kept them in a cool greenhouse with no special treatment! They are usually "easy", but I wish I could give you more advice . . .

Thanks Sheilabub well they are in trays now on the windowsill indoors and maybe they are too hot so I am going to put them into my greenhouse and hope for the best. I will keep you posted and thanks again.

I was told by a grower at Chelsea,to keep the seeds in an airtight container in the fridge,which I did,and then sowed them the following spring.I had mine in a heated propagator,but only on medium.They all did ok.Hope you have success with yours,Jewells.