Rocket Larkspur
Also known as
Larkspur, Larkspur, Doubtful knight's spur and Rocket larkspur
Taxonomy
Consolida ajacis
Consolida
Ranunculaceae
Ranunculales
How to care for Rocket Larkspur
Water
How often to water your Rocket Larkspur
every 9
Rocket Larkspur needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt 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
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
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Finding light for Larkspur in your home
a window
Rocket Larkspur love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Rocket Larkspur does not tolerate low-light š«.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Rocket Larkspur in your home š”.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Rocket 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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Rocket Larkspur after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
FAQs
Rocket Larkspur is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Rocket 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
Rocket Larkspur requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Greg does not have confirmed data on this plantās toxicity. If you, a family member, or a pet consumes plant material of unknown toxicity, itās always best to consult a medical professional.
If you or someone else ingested this plant, call Poison Control atĀ US (800) 222-1222.Ā If a pet consumed this plant, contact your veterinarian or the ASPCA atĀ US (888) 426-4435.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Rocket Larkspur can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Care Summary for Rocket Larkspur
Rocket Larkspur
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
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