About
A deciduous, rhizomatous shrub or subshrub from wetland habitats in eastern North America with arching, wand-like stems that root at the tips, whorled, lance-shaped, bright green leaves, and small, tubular, deep pink-purple flowers in summer, followed by decorative, red-purple seed capsules. A choice and unusual moisture-loving shrub for a pond margin or bog garden.
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.