About
A compact, tufted, alpine perennial from stony, rocky habitats in Scandinavia with small, ovate, grey-green leaves and small, solitary, white, five-petalled flowers in late spring. A rare and delicate specialist plant for a cool, very well-drained scree or alpine house.
About the genus
Lobelia can be annuals, perennials or shrubs, with simple leaves and showy 2-lipped flowers that may be solitary or in racemes or panicles
Plant details
Suggested usesBedding, containers, hanging baskets.
Care notes
CultivationPlant after last frost in fertile soil.
PruningDeadhead regularly.
PropagationGrow from seed in spring.
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free.
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-resistant.