Rocket Larkspur - Lavender
Rocket Larkspur is native to Europe. It comes in many varieties of colors and provides an excellent cut flower. The leaves and seeds of this flower are poisonous, so caution must be taken when planting around children or pets. Rocket Larkspur can be either spring or fall planted. During spring, if you put Rocket Larkspur seed in the refrigerator for two weeks prior to planting you may yield better results. A burst of cold typically initiates germination. Blooms can be expected anytime between spring and fall. Rocket Larkspur can be started indoors, but must be transplanted when the plants are small.
- Common Name: Rocket Larkspur - Lavender
- Latin Name: Delphinium ajacis
- Type: Flower
- Color: purple
- Cycle: Annual
- Origin: Introduced
- Height: 24-40"
- Planting Season: Spring and Fall
- Bloom Season: Spring-Fall
- Germination: 15-30 Days
- Seeds Per Pound: 251,000
- Seeding Rate: 10
*Planting and Bloom Season. Please remember that Planting and Bloom seasons will differ for each variety depending on the location and climate conditions where they are being planted. Please refer to the USDA Plant Hardiness Map provided in our FAQ section for specifics on how to determine the best time of year to plant for your specific situation. The information provided below is based on experienced agricultural practices throughout the Willamette Valley of Oregon and is applicable to Zones 7-10 only.