How to grow Larkspur

Delphinium

water weekly in summer if there is not sufficient rain
plant in soil with high organic content
fertilize with organic fertilizer or alfalfa meal every 6 weeks. Cut back after bloom, often reblooms.

How long does Larkspur take to grow?

These estimates for how long Larkspur takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Larkspur to germinate?
19 days

Average 19 days | Min 8 days | Max 63 days (5)

Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Larkspur?
+ 48 days

Average 48 days | Min 28 days | Max 116 days (5)

Days to Maturity How long until Larkspur is ready for harvest / bloom?
+ 47 days

Average 47 days | Min 38 days | Max 70 days (3)

Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Larkspur?
= 114 days

When should I plant Larkspur?

Our when to plant Larkspur estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Larkspur before or after your last frost date.
49 days before Last Frost Date

Other names for Larkspur

Delphinium

Footnotes

1 http://www.aspca.org/Pet-care/poison-control/Plants/larkspur.aspx


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