Care |
Keep the soils evenly moist and mulch to conserve moisture and keep the soil cooler. Once plants are established a regular but diluted liquid feeding programme every two weeks or so is beneficial. Insect pests and other diseases are not a serious problem. |
Common names |
Lobelia |
Flowers |
Yes, flowering though late winter and spring into summer. |
Flower description |
Sky Blue blooms smother the plants almost from planting time right through the season. |
Foliage |
Emeral green foliage that has a neat habit holding its form well. |
Growth |
25cm (h) x 40cm (w) |
Growth rate |
Fast |
Habit |
Compact growth habit, with longer flower time. |
Origin |
North America, South America and Southern Africa. |
Position |
Full Sun / Part Shade |
Pot size |
140mm Pot & 200mm Hanger. |
Soil type |
A potting media with good drainage but with water holding qualities is ideal. They need a well draining garden bed or container. |
Uses |
Can be mass planted for low maintenance areas or low, edging borders. |