Larkspurs thrive in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, to keep the soil moist but not waterlogged. An important special care point is to protect larkspurs from strong winds, as their tall stems can be fragile and prone to damage.
Watering schedule: Every week
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
| Care Difficulty | Easy |
| Lifespan | Annual |
| Watering Schedule | Every week |
| Sunlight Requirements | Full sun |
| Soil Type | Garden Soil |
| Soil pH | 6-7 |
| Hardiness Zones |
2-11
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Doubtful knight's spur is a native of Eurasia but is widely grown in the United States as an ornamental. Doubtful knight's spur is known for its tall spikes of blooms in blue, pink, or white. This plant is considered poisonous due to specific types of alkaloids found in the aerial parts and the seeds.
Consolida regalis, or forking larkspur, is an annual herb in the buttercup family. Native to parts of Europe and Asia, this plant is becoming harder to find because of the effects of herbicides. Like other species of buttercup, this plant is poisonous.
Oriental knight's spur is an annual herbaceous plant with purple flowers that is found in meadows and fields. This plant is native to Europe, Turkey, and North Africa and was introduce to North America. It is considered a highly invasive weed. All parts of oriental knight's spur are toxic if ingested.
Consolida regalis reaches on average 30 to 80 cm in height. The stem is erect, hairy and very branched at the top. The roots grow into the soil up to a depth of 50 cm, so the plant can survive long periods of drought. The leaves are alternately arranged. The inflorescence is a cluster with five to eight hermaphrodite flowers.
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