giant larkspur

Giant larkspur should be watered lightly at least once weekly. In hot weather, more frequent watering may be needed – twice a week is ideal. The soil should be allowed to dry out between waterings. Over-watering can lead to root rot.

Giant Larkspur (Consolida ajacis) is a sun-loving plant species. It needs full sun for 5-6 hours per day for optimal growth.It prefers well-drained soil with a pH range of 5.5-7.0. It will also tolerate some shade for a few hours during the hottest part of the day. When grown in conditions with less sunlight, its stems will become weak and leggy. Light shading during the summer months is beneficial to prevent the plant from suffering heat stress. With the increased sunlight hours in summertime, these plants will begin to flower and produce fruits.

Giant larkspur (Consolida ajacis) is an annual that produces spectacular spires of bright blue blossoms. This species should be pruned back after flowering has finished for the season. This species typically flowers in late spring or early summer. Pruning should be done by cutting the stems back to about 8 inches above the ground. In some cases, further pruning can be done to keep the plant looking neat and tidy, but this should only be done after flowering is finished. Pruning giant larkspur will help to promote compact growth and an abundance of flowers.