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Larkspur

Consolida ajacis

Also known as: annual delphinium

Tall spikes of spurred flowers in blue, purple, pink, and white. Cottage garden classic. Excellent cut flower. Self-sows readily.

Larkspur

Growing Requirements

SunFull Sun
WaterMedium
Soil Type
Soil Drainage
Soil pH
Plant Spacing8–12″
Row Spacing12–18″
Planting Depth0.13″
Height24–48″
Spread8–12″
✓ Container Friendly✓ Raised Bed Friendly

Planting Schedule

Direct Sow (Spring)

4–6 weeks before last frost

Fall Sow

6–8 weeks before first frost

Germination

14–21 days

Days to Harvest

75–90 days

Zone Suitability

USDA Hardiness Zones

1
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Zones 1–13

Cannot overwinter outdoors

Does not transplant well — direct sow only. Chill seeds 2 weeks before sowing. Fall sowing often gives best results. All parts toxic if ingested.

Companion Plants

No companion data available for this plant yet.

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