Zone 8 · Larkspur
Planting Larkspur in Zone 8
Consolida ajacis
✅ Larkspur thrives in zone 8 (hardy 2–11)
Can I plant today?
✅ Safe to plant Larkspur outside
Last frost has passed. Direct-sow in fall or very early spring — needs cold to germinate. Annual delphinium look-alike.
Evaluated for April 27, 2026 ·
Zone's last frost
around March 15
Zone's first frost
around November 15
Bloom window
May – July
Peak bloom
June
Sun required
full sun
Mature height
48"
Spacing
12" apart
Type
annual
How to plant Larkspur in zone 8
Direct-sow in fall or very early spring — needs cold to germinate. Annual delphinium look-alike.
Pair with these for continuous bloom
Larkspur peaks in June. These companions keep your bed in color before and after.
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