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Lobelia erinus

Common Name: Lobelia - Bedding Lobelia
Lobelia erinus

Bedding Lobelia is noted for its profuse bloom of tubular flowers with three prominent lobes and white throats. It comes in both upright and trailing varieties. Flowers have large, fan-shaped lower lips characteristic of the lobelias. Cultivars feature many different flower colors, including blue, violet, purple, red and pink, often with yellow or white eyes. It is best grown in organically rich, evenly moist, well-drained soils in full sun to part shade.

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Plant Care:

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Characteristics & Attributes


Plant TypeBloom ColorBloom Time
AnnualWhite, Blue, Rose, Lavender, Violet, Multicolour June - October

Height

Spread

Hardiness
10-20cm (5-8inches)15- 45cm (6-18inches)Zones 1-10

Exposure

Soil Moisture

Foilage Color
Sun to Partial Shade
Full Shade
RegularGreen

Soil Type

Attributes
Evenly moist well drained soilBedding Plant, Container, Edging, Hanging Basket, Mixed Border, Rock Garden,
*Attracts Butterflies
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