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Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue'

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-5'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue' plant details

Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: ranunculaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A sumptuous selection of “Larkspur” with dark purple super-double flowers blushed with true royal blue. Forms a narrow, upright plant with feathery foliage and 3-5’ tall flower stalks studded with 1”, ruffley blooms. Brings rich color to the garden, attracts bees and produces long-lasting cut flowers all Summer long. Very pretty planted in small groups in the middle or rear of a bed where it can provide quick and easy valuable verticality. Plant in rich, well-draining soil for best show. Reseeds reliably for a bigger, better display each year!

Gardening facts about Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue' plant

How to Grow Consolida ajacis 'Giant Imperial Dark Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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