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Lobelia

Low-growing carpets of color gently cascade beyond the garden's edge, down a stone wall or over the rim of a container. The dainty flowers are borne in abundance, inviting butterflies as well as adding season-long color. Geranium, coleus, zinnia and spikes are all lovely complements.

Companion Plants

Marigold

Petunia

Vinca

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Lobelia

  • Botanical name

    Lobelia erinus

  • Variety

    Crystal Palace™

  • Zone

    Grow as an annual.

  • Light

    Part sun

  • Height

    4-6" (10-15 cm)

  • Habit

    Mounded

  • Feed

    Use all-purpose

  • Water

    2-3 times per week

  • Bloom Color

    Blue

  • Bloom Time

    Spring-fall

  • Maintenance

    Prune after bloom

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

  • Diana R.'s collection
  • Madeline K.'s collection