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Larkspur
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Daintier version of their relatives delphiniums, larkspur is a tall annual with stately spikes of pastel coloured flowers and feathery foliage. They like rich, moist, well-drained soil, and will perform well in temperate, even subtropical climates. A light stake may be useful.
Timing:
Plant in autumn to flower in late spring.
Positioning:
Full sun.
Height:
75-100cm
Planting Distance:
25-30cm
Colour:
Pastel blues, purples, pinks and white.
Use:
Background planting to lower growing flowers, accent planting, cottage gardens, cut flowers.
