giant larkspur
Also known as: larkspur; annual larkspur; rocket larkspur
An annual up to 1m high with feathery green leaves and flowers which are usually deep blue but can also be pink, white, or mixed blue and pink, in summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- giant larkspur (Consolida ajacis)
- Genus
- Consolida
- Family
- Ranunculaceae
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- Toxicity
- Annual Biennial
- Plant type
- 0.5-1 metres
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- Deciduous
- Foliage
- Columnar upright
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of giant larkspur
Distribution map
Mediterranean
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of giant larkspur
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giant larkspur care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningNo pruning required
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed: sow in early autumn and prick out in early spring, sow under cover in early spring, or sow outside in late spring
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained soil in full sun; for cut flowers, cut when only the lowermost buds are open
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease-free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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