Galilee Blend Larkspur is a tall, stately flower that brings dramatic color and vertical structure to gardens across hardiness zones 2 through 11. This cultivar of Consolida regalis grows 36 to 48 inches high, creating elegant spires of blooms that rise above the garden with architectural presence. Whether you're designing a cutting garden, cottage border, or pollinator sanctuary, this variety delivers the romantic, layered look that larkspur lovers crave, thriving in full sun with minimal fuss once established.
Full Sun
Moderate
2-11
48in H x ?in W
—
High
Hover over chart points for details
Galilee Blend reaches a commanding 36 to 48 inches, making it tall enough to anchor garden beds or create stunning cut flower arrangements. The variety thrives across an exceptionally wide hardiness range, from zone 2 through zone 11, which means gardeners in nearly every climate can grow it successfully. This larkspur dislikes being transplanted, so direct sowing in fall or early spring works best and produces the healthiest, most vigorous plants.
Galilee Blend Larkspur is primarily grown as a cut flower and ornamental garden accent. The tall spires of blooms are prized by florists and home gardeners for fresh arrangements, dried flower work, and adding height and movement to garden compositions. Its vertical growth habit and long stems make it especially valuable for cutting gardens.
No timeline data available yet for this variety.
Start seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. Sow into biodegradable pots at a depth of 1/4 inch, as this variety does not transplant well and you'll want to minimize root disturbance. Keep germination temperatures below 55°F; warmer conditions will inhibit sprouting. This early start gives you transplant-ready seedlings without the shock of moving bare-root plants.
Transplant outdoors 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date, or after all danger of frost has passed in your region. Space plants 6 to 12 inches apart to allow for mature height and air circulation. Handle with care during transplanting, as larkspur resents root disturbance even when started in biodegradable pots.
Direct sow as soon as soil can be worked in spring, typically 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. You may also sow in fall before your average first frost date for earlier spring germination. Direct sowing is recommended and often produces the most vigorous plants since you avoid transplant shock entirely.
For cut flowers, harvest spikes when the lower blooms on the stem have fully opened and upper buds are just beginning to show color; this timing ensures the longest vase life and allows remaining buds to open gracefully indoors. Cut early in the morning after dew has dried, using a sharp knife to take stems at the base. Cutting the flower spikes actually encourages the plant to produce secondary stems and extend the bloom season throughout summer.
Enter your ZIP code to see a personalized growing calendar for this plant.