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Larkspur 'White Cloud'
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Larkspur 'White Cloud'

Consolida regalis
A flurry of pure white flowers float on the branching stems of this uncommon annual, the floral display resembling a cloud of baby's breath instead of the tall spikes you may know. Excellent in mixed borders and gracing bouquets, either fresh or dried. Self-sows.
SKU #S1558
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Approximate Seeds Per Packet
340
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Hardy Annual
Mature Size
2-3' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Rich, well-drained
Season
Spring to summer
Color
Scattered white florets on fine foliage
Features
Great Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Bees
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
1/8"; needs darkness to germinate.
Sprout Time:
20-35 days
Seed To Bloom:
14 weeks
Starting Indoors:
Not recommended.
Starting Outdoors:
Recommended. Direct sow in early spring 3-4 weeks before last frost, or early autumn in zones 7-10.
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
Nothing could be finer than to have clouds of sparkling white petite flowers to set off larger-flowered spring and summer annuals. Larkspur 'White Cloud' is a great filler for bouquets too! Blooms all summer in moderate heat areas. A fall sowing can be made in zones 6-7,when they will germinate and establish before winter and most likely live over in all but the most severe winters.They can tolerate some heat and drought but perform best where summer nights cool down. Caution: all parts contain toxic alkaloids..
Final Spacing:
1-1.5'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
Water regularly, particularly during dry periods, but avoid saturated soils. Somewhat drought tolerant, but best flowering with regular water.
Soil pH:
Slightly acidic to slightly alkaline
Fertilizer:
Mix in 2-4" of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
Prevent fungal problems buy planting in a location that has good air circulation. If troubles arise, treat with an organic fungicide or neem oil.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest when about 1/2 of the florets are open.
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