Overview
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) is a clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Lobelia, part of the Campanulaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens and cottage and informal garden.
About
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) is a clump-forming herbaceous perennial in the Campanulaceae family. As a member of the Lobelia genus, it features simple leaves and prominent two-lipped flowers, typically blooming in spring and summer. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun or partial shade with a sheltered aspect, preferring fertile, moist but well-drained soils of various types including chalk, clay, loam, and sand. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suitable for city and courtyard gardens as well as cottage and informal garden settings, and can be propagated by division.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Lobelia
- Sunlight
- Full sun, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR)
- Propagation
- Propagate by division
- Pest resistance
- May be susceptible to slugs
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to crown rot and a virus
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR)?
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) need?
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, clay, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR) has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Lobelia erinus Techno 2.0 Dark Blue ('Lobz0015'PBR)?
Propagate by division.
More in the Lobelia genus
- Hypsela reniformis
- Lobelia cardinalis
- Lobelia erinus 'Dolobelazu'PBR
- Lobelia erinus 'Flo173992'
- Lobelia erinus 'Regatta Sapphire'
- Lobelia erinus 'Riviera Lilac' (Riviera Series)
- Lobelia erinus 'Tech Hevio'
- Lobelia keniensis
