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 Palaceâ¢
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

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