giant larkspur
Consolida ajacis
Overview
Giant larkspur (Consolida ajacis) is an amazing plant species with its striking five petalled blossoms and long and towering stalks. This plant can produce up to 100 spectacular 'phoenix-blue' blooms across a height of 3 feet, making it an eye-catching specimen in any garden. The stems are as feathery as the leaves do, creating a soft and delicate look. Its dramatic and bright purple color brings unique texture and vibrant color to the garden, and its hardy flower-stalks bloom continuously throughout summer. Highly recommended to those who require an impressive, eye-catching plant for their outdoor beds or containers.
Care Guide
Watering
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.
Light
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.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 2-11.
Pruning
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.
Propagation
Seed Propagation, Division, Cutting, Layering Propagation
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