Species larkspur
purple flowers with white center on lime-green petioles and stems

larkspur

Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids)

Larkspur (Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids)) is a beautiful plant species that can add a brilliant splash of color to any garden. The richly colored blooms come in a variety of shades, including lavender, pink, white, yellow, orange, and blue. The tall spires reach upwards of 6 feet in height, making a stunning bright display. Not only a beautiful plant, this species is also incredibly easy to grow, needing just basic care and regular pruning to ensure continued growth and health. Larkspur is a show-stopper and adds a natural element to any garden or landscape.

Cycle:

Herbaceous Perennial

Watering:

Average

Propagation:

Division,Stem Propagation,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation

Hardiness Zone:

3 - 7

Flowers:

Blue, white, pink, violet Flowers

Sun:

Full sun

Leaf:

Yes

Leaf Color:

green

Growth Rate:

High

Maintenance:

Moderate

Poisonous To Humans:

Yes

Poisonous To Pets:

Yes

Drought Tolerant:

Yes

Care Level:

High

watering

For Larkspur, water the soil deeply when it is dry to the touch, but don't let it become overly saturated. Depending on your type of soil, this could mean watering the plant approximately twice a week during the spring and summer months and once per week in the fall. During particularly hot and dry spells, the plant may require more frequent watering. In the winter months, allow the soil to dry out before determining if and when to water it.

sunlight

Larkspur (Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids)) thrive with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. They should be provided with full sun during the peak of the day when sunlight is the strongest. Morning and evening sun is beneficial for larkspur, but they should be protected from intense midday sun and from the wind. When the weather is hot and dry, larkspur plants should be provided with a bit of shade to keep the roots cool and the plant healthy.

pruning

Pruning Larkspur (Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids)) should be done during Fall. This is the best time to reduce the size of the plant and to remove weak stems. Prune all shoots back to within 9 inches of the ground and remove any dead or broken stems. Pruning should also be done in late winter (February) to remove any excess growth from the previous year. Pruning should be done sparingly as Larkspur stems are delicate and can be easily damaged if pruned too much.

Season

Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering

Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids) typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

Starts Flowering

Delphinium (Pacific Hybrids) typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.

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