Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000884
11/12/99
Lobelia erinus--Edging Lobelia
Height: 8 in Spacing: 8 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Blue, purple, white
Comments: These low plants are useful for edging and are a
good source of intense blue flowers (Vis. 1). The plants
will grow in sun or partial shade and a moist, well-drained
soil. Edging Lobelia does not like hot weather.
Propagation: Propagation is by seed. The seed is very
fine and may be difficult to work with. Propagation takes
about 3 weeks. Do not cover the seed.
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