Sublime Dark Blue
(Consolida ambigua)
Product ID: 1604
A superior larkspur with exceptional colors.
This reselected strain of the "Imperial" type is recognized worldwide as the best for drying. We also thought it the best for fresh cuts, with a productive branching habit and a wide range of colors. Ht. 36-48". Avg. 11,400 seeds/oz. Packet: 50 seeds.
Plant Cycle: (A) Days to Maturity or Bloom: 100-120
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Larkspur
Consolida orientalis: Germination: 14-21 days at 55°F. Prechill seed 7 days at 35°F. Culture: Outdoors (recommended) - early spring for summer bloom or fall for bloom the following year. Darkness required for germination. Seeds do not germinate well when soil temp. is above 55°F. Growing On: If growing transplants, 55°F until ready to plant out. Plants have tap roots and do not transplant readily. Light/Soil: Full sun; rich, well-drained, slightly alkaline soil. Spacing: 4-6". Support recommended. Use: Cut or dried flower, back of beds. Harvest: Fresh - 2-3 basal flowers open on up to 1/3 of stem. Dried - majority of flowers on stem are open but before petals drop. Consolida regalis: See above. Spacing: 8-12". Use: Cut flower, front of border. Harvest: 50-70% of the flowers in a spray are open.
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Good for cut flowers and bouquets Good variety to choose for fresh cut Flowers displays. |
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Good for drying and crafts Variety is excellent for creating dried Flowers. |
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