Growing and Sowing Larkspur

Larkspur (Delphinium) belongs to the buttercup family (ranunculacea) and is a beautiful, flowering plant. There are perennials as well as annual varieties. Depending on the species, the plants can reach a height of 40 to sometimes up to 180 cm. The flowers of the larkspur form on the long, straight stems and are blue, purple, white, yellow or pink in colour.

Sowing and growing Larkspur

Larkspur is a plant from the buttercup family. There are different types of larkspur, both annual and perennial. The plant easily self-sows. Depending on the species, larkspur originates from, for example, Europe, Western Asia and the northern hemisphere. In England, the wild larkspur is an indigenous plant, which has unfortunately become rare due to the use of herbicides, among other things. Larkspur is a beautiful cut flower, but beware this plant is poisonous.

Sowing Larkspur with seeds

Larkspur is resistant to cold weather and can be sown early in the spring, from March to the end of May. The seeds can also be sown in autumn, in October, giving the plants a head start. The plants flower from around June to October.

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Position and soil for larkspur

Larkspur needs a sunny spot. The soil must be well-drained and fertile. If necessary, add some compost to the soil before sowing.

How to care for your Larkspur plants

Larkspur requires relatively high levels of nutrients, so it is important to apply liquid fertiliser regularly, possibly every other week, to promote growth.

Is Larkspur bee and/or butterfly friendly?

The flowers and scent of larkspur attract many insects, including bees, bumblebees and butterflies.

Larkspur in the vegetable garden

Larkspur is poisonous to both humans and some animals. However, the flower attracts many insects, which increases biodiversity in the vegetable garden. This also aids the pollination of other crops. In addition, it is a beautiful cut flower

Is Larkspur edible and/or medicinal?

Larkspur is poisonous!

Please note, we at Dutch Garden Seeds do not give medical advice. Always ask a professional if and how the plant can be used medicinally.

Larkspur seeds in our collection

We have different types of Larkspur seeds in our range, including organic seeds from the brand 'Buzzy Organic Seeds'.

Tips for sowing larkspur

• Sow early in spring to enjoy the flowers for a long time.
• Support the plants as they grow larger to prevent them from falling over.

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