Lobelia siphilitica (Great Blue Lobelia) - Gardenia
Native to North America, Lobelia siphilitica (Great Blue Lobelia) is a charming upright perennial. It features long-lasting spikes of bright blue flowers atop lance-shaped foliage.
Planting Guide for Great Blue Lobelia - The Plant Native
Nov 3, 2024 · Great Blue Lobelia is easy to plant from seed; seeds planted in the spring will flower later in the summer. They love wetter areas, making them perfect for rain gardens or areas that collect water after it rains. Read on for growing tips! Explore the history, types, and where to plant native Great Blue Lobelia. Is Great Blue Lobelia deer-proof?
Blue Lobelia – Complete Guide to Lobelia Siphilitica - Growit Buildit
Blue Lobelia is a long-lived perennial flower native to Eastern North America. Scientifically known as Lobelia siphilitica, it will grow 2-4’ tall in full sun blooming up to two months beginning in late summer. Important to wildlife, Blue Lobelia will attract …
How To Grow and Care For Lobelia - The Spruce
Feb 7, 2023 · Lobelia (Lobelia erinus) is a tender perennial widely grown as an annual plant in most USDA zones. It is commonly sold in the annuals section of the nursery and has a wide variety of uses in the garden. Lobelia spreads, but not aggressively. Most varieties of lobelia have a somewhat trailing growth habit, although other varieties clump.
How to Plant and Grow Blue Lobelia - Better Homes & Gardens
Jun 12, 2023 · Lobelia erinus is a pretty, easy-to-grow summer bloomer that serves as a haven for pollinators like hummingbirds and bees. While it is grown as an annual in most regions, blue lobelia is a tender perennial in zones with mild winters (Zones 10 …
How to Plant, Grow, and Care For Great Blue Lobelia - Epic …
Aug 1, 2024 · Great blue lobelia is an eye-catching plant that appeals to gardeners, hummingbirds, and a multitude of pollinators. In this article, gardening expert Liessa Bowen will discuss the proper care and maintenance of these brilliant blue-flowering plants.
Lobelia siphilitica (Blue Cardinal Flower, Great Blue Lobelia, …
Great Blue Lobelia is a herbaceous perennial that may grow 3 to 4 feet tall. The leaves are alternate with a toothed margin. Blue flowers first mature in mid-summer and continue into early fall. The flowers are larger than other Lobelias and have stripes on the tube portion.
Lobelia Siphilitica Care: All About Growing Great Blue Lobelia
Lobelia siphilitica is a must-have for native plant gardens, woodland gardens, rain gardens, and cottage gardens. It’s the ideal choice for perennial borders and looks stunning when planted near artificial ponds and lakes.
How to Grow Lobelia Plants & Care Tips - Garden Design
Jan 17, 2022 · Great Blue Lobelia L. siphilitica. Type: Perennial in zones 4-9. Height: 2 to 3 feet. Spread: 1 to 1½ feet. Bloom Time: August through September. This blue cousin of the cardinal flower produces dense spikes of showy flowers that are magnets for hummingbirds and butterflies. It’s also a wetland native that flourishes in moist garden soils.
Lobelia siphilitica - Plant Finder - Missouri Botanical Garden
Lobelia siphilitica, commonly called great lobelia or blue cardinal flower, is a Missouri native perennial which typically grows in moist to wet locations along streams, sloughs, springs, swamps, meadows and in low wooded areas.