Plant Care Carolina Larkspur

Carolina Larkspur

About Carolina Larkspur

Carolina Larkspur is a super rare houseplant 🌿 that is a fun challenge to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Carolina Larkspur likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Carolina Larkspur belongs to the Delphinium genus, and is native to the Central and Southeastern United States.

⚠️ Carolina Larkspur is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Delphinium carolinianum
Delphinium
Ranunculaceae
Ranunculales

How to care for Carolina Larkspur

💦 Water

How often to water your Carolina Larkspur

Water needs for Carolina Larkspur
0.5 cups
every 9

Carolina Larkspur needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

Select the pot size

5"
☀️ Light

Finding light for Carolina Larkspur in your home

Light needs and placement for plant Carolina Larkspur: 1ft from a window
1ft or less from
a window

Carolina Larkspur love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Carolina Larkspur does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Carolina Larkspur in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Carolina Larkspur

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Carolina Larkspur: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Carolina Larkspur after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs
⭐ Difficulty Level

Carolina Larkspur can be challenging to care for, according to some plant parents. Check out the reviews down below to learn from their experiences!


💦 Water Needs

Carolina Larkspur prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.


☀️ Sunlight Needs

Carolina Larkspur requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.


🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Carolina Larkspur is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Carolina Larkspur is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.


🪴 Soil

Carolina Larkspur does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!


💩 Fertilizer

Carolina Larkspur should be repotted after it doubles in size or once a year, whichever comes first. Fresh potting soil has all the nutrients your plant needs, so as long as it’s refreshed yearly, you shouldn’t need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!


⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Carolina Larkspur is a clumping plant, meaning new growth will emerge from the soil around the parent plant.


🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Carolina Larkspur can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.


🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Carolina Larkspur can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.


🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.


Care Summary for Carolina Larkspur

Carolina Larkspur


Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

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