Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace'

Edging Lobelia

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Common Name: 

Edging Lobelia

Plant Type: 

Flower color: 

Foliage color: 

Brown

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Water (From 0 to 5): 

Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

7°C

Maximum height: 

20 cm

Maximum width: 

20 cm

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Description

Compact habit makes for a great splash of color in flower beds and mixed combinations.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Blooming

All have tubular flowers that are slit almost to the base to form two lips. The top lip has two lobes and the bottom one three. Flowers are single or in erect racemes or panicles in shades of blue to red to white to yellow. To enhance flowering, implement a balanced liquid fertilizer biweekly between spring and early summer. From there, apply a nitrogen-free fertilizer biweekly til the end of the growing season.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Growth

Diverse genus of annuals and perennials, and shrubs, treelike plants, and aquatic species. The tallest can reach 30 feet. The most common are 2-4 feet. All have simple leaves. The plants are short-lived, but will self-sow in favorable sites. Grows best in full sun or partial shade.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Planting

Sow seeds of annuals in late winter; sow perennials when seeds are ripe. Propagate aquatic species by division in summer. Divide border perennials in spring.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Pest

Slugs. Lobelia is also prone to leaf spots, rust, and smut.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Interesting facts

Lobelia produce milky sap which may aggravate the skin upon contact. Species are found in tropical and temperate regions across the globe.

Edging Lobelia (Lobelia erinus 'Crystal Palace') - Soil and irrigation

Rich, constantly moist soil. Marshy spots or along streams or ponds work well. Aquatic species prefer acidic soil.

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