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About Candle Larkspur
Candle Larkspur is a relatively rare houseplant đż that is isnât challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light âď¸ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.
Candle Larkspur likes soil that is well draining. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.
Candle Larkspur belongs to the Delphinium genus, and is native to Europe to Mongolia.
â ď¸ Candle Larkspur is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Taxonomy
Delphinium elatum
Delphinium
Ranunculaceae
Ranunculales
Also known as
alpine delphinium

How to care for Candle Larkspur

How often to water your Candle Larkspur

every 9
Candle Larkspur needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnât 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

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Finding light for Candle Larkspur in your home

a window
Candle Larkspur love being close to bright, sunny windows đ.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Candle Larkspur does not tolerate low-light đŤ.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Candle Larkspur in your home đĄ.

How to fertilize Candle Larkspur

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 itâs likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Candle Larkspur after it doubles in size or once a yearâwhichever comes first.

Candle Larkspur is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!
Water Needs
Candle 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
Candle Larkspur requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive đŞ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home đĄ.
Toxicity
Candle Larkspur is not safe to consume. 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. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Soil
Candle 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
Candle 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 itâs refreshed yearly, you shouldnât need to use fertilizer. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!
Growth Pattern
Candle Larkspur grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Candle Larkspur can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-7b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Candle Larkspur can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Candle Larkspur
Candle Larkspur
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4â pot your plant is in, and that it doesnât get direct sunlight.
