Common Name: Larkspur Imperial Salmon Spire
Scientific Name: Consolida Regalis
Physical Attributes: Double blooms in an intense salmon pink. 1.2m tall an impressive addition to any garden beds, borders and indoors in your favourite vase. The blooms open from the bottom of the spire up, so the top is still in bud while the bottom is in full flower giving you weeks of colour from every spike. Suitable for drying.
Uses: Beds, Borders and Cut Flowers.
Life Cycle: Annual
Growing Height: 100 – 120cm
Attracts: Butterflies and beneficial pollinators.
When to Sow: Late Summer to Winter
Sowing Depth: 3mm
Sow Spacing: 20cm
Sowing Method:2 week Stratification prior to sowing or sow direct in late Autumn if your winter are cold.
Position: Full sun
Germination Time: 21 – 28 days
Maintenance: Regular feeding and watering is recommended. Due to its height, this tall variety usually requires staking. Be sure to do so before stems get too heavy. Stems that are bent can be cut back by one half to force new growth at the base of the plant. Cut off most spent flowers so they do not exhaust themselves in seed production but do allow some self seeding to ensure flowers for the next season. Shelter from the wind as best as possible.
Seeds Per Packet: 70
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