Larkspur Seeds – Rose Queen

Larkspur Seeds – Rose Queen Variety produce elegant, upright plants adorned with tall spikes of rose-pink blossoms. Known for their delicate and romantic appearance, these annuals bring a charming cottage-garden appeal to any landscape. Ideal for flower beds, borders, and cutting gardens, Larkspur plants create a stunning vertical accent and make excellent cut flowers for fresh or dried floral arrangements.

Larkspur Rose Queen is easy to grow and thrives in cool weather, making it a favorite among gardeners seeking early-season blooms with minimal care.

Features:

• Type: Annual flowering plant

• Common Name (US): Larkspur

• Scientific Name: Consolida ajacis (formerly Delphinium ajacis)

• Variety: Rose Queen

• Flower Color: Soft rose-pink

• Plant Height: 24–36 inches (60–90 cm)

• Growth Habit: Upright, tall spikes

• Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade

• Watering: Regular but moderate; avoid waterlogging

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

• Special Features: Excellent for cut flowers, attracts pollinators, deer resistant

Specifications:

• Planting Season: Fall or early spring

• Hardiness Zones (USDA): Zones 3–9

• Sowing Method: Direct sow outdoors; Larkspur prefers not to be transplanted

• Germination Time: 14–21 days

• Germination Temperature: 55–65°F (13–18°C)

• Spacing Between Plants: 10–12 inches (25–30 cm)

• Mature Height: Up to 3 feet (90 cm)

• Best Growing Months:

  • Northern Zones (3–5): April to July

  • Mid Zones (6–7): March to June

  • Southern Zones (8–9): October to March

• Maintenance: Low; deadhead spent flowers to prolong bloom period

• Uses: Borders, garden beds, containers, and floral arrangements