Great blue lobelia
This clump-forming perennial is known for its light to dark blue tubular flowers that grow from a stiff leafy stalk.
Plant Description
This clump-forming perennial is known for its light to dark blue tubular flowers that grow from a stiff leafy stalk. The light green leaves are lance-shaped and can grow up to 5 inches long. The lobelia likes wet soil so it works well near ponds or streams. It can grow in dense shade and is deer resistant.
Light Needs:
Shade, partial shade or sun
Watering Needs:
Needs constant moisture
Average Landscape Size:
Growth Height: 2-3’
Growth Width: 1’-1’6”
Key Feature:
Blooms in the late summer are showy blue tubular flowers
Blooms:
July-October
Landscape Uses:
Perennial borders, wild gardens, native plant gardens and naturalized planting. Effective near ponds or streams.
Plant Type:
Perennial
Evergreen/Deciduous:
Deciduous
Foliage Colour:
Light green leaves
Flower Colour:
Lavender to blue
Blooms:
July-October
Climate Zones:
4-9
Average Size:
2-3’H X 1’-1’6”W, clump forming
Growth Rate:
Medium
Instructions:
Grows easily in rich medium to wet soil. Needs constant water. Can tolerate full sun in cool climates but needs partial shade in hotter areas. Clumps can be divided in the spring if needed. In optimum conditions the plant may self-seed and form colonies.
Water:Needs constant moisture
Sunlight:Shade, partial shade or sun
Special Uses
- Deer Resistant
- Rock Garden
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