Lobelia
Lobelia cardinalis, L. sp., L. siphilitica, L. georgiana, L. erinus
Lobelia flowers features fan-shape lower petals (usually 3) with 2 upper 'lips' in bright reds and blues. Some, such as Cardinal Flower are borne on erect stems, while others, like Blue Moon, are excellent ground covers. Lobelia is excellent in native/pollinator, rain, and cut flower gardens. Caution: L. x intermedia hybrids are not good pollinator plants.
How to Grow Lobelia
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Growing from Seed
Some cultivars can be grown from seed, while mature plants can be purchased at nurseries.
Planting Considerations
Lobelia doesn't mind wet areas. Plants are poisonous to humans in large quantities and some cultivars harmful to dogs, cats, and horses.
Harvesting
Pick when 1/3 of flowers are open.
