(Delpinium consolida) Salmon Beauty is not demure in its presence. It is brilliant and soft at once, holding the unique papery, perfectly folded flower quality that larkspurs are so well loved for. Dense, single and double blooms are a slightly dusty rosy pink with hints of salmony-orange undertones, especially in dusky light. A pleasure in gardens, bouquets, and dried. Expect 9-12” flower spikes on 4’ robust plants. Annual with a slight chance of overwintering in a greenhouse or in more mild temps.
90 Days. MP

Packet: 50 seeds

[split]

Growing Info

SOWING:

Sow indoors 6-8 weeks before your last frost.

Transplant after last frost.

Direct seed after last frost.

Note: To improve germination, chill seed one week before sowing. Tolerant of cooler temps.

PLANTING DEPTH:

1/8-1/4" Darkness required to germinate.

SPACING:

9-12" in rows 15" apart.

EMERGENCE:

14-21 days @ soil temp 55F. Does not germ well above 55F.

LIGHT:

Full sun to part shade

FERTILITY:

Average to high. Prefers well-drained, and evenly moist soil.

ADDITIONAL NOTES:

Provide support to keep them upright and tidy.

Fresh and dried flower

Cut when 1/3 of stem is in bloom and expect a vase life of one week. Allow flowers to open and hang upside down to dry.

Larkspur, 'Salmon Beauty'