Description

Botanical Interests' Cascade of Color Lobelia Trailing Seeds creates a stunning display of dense, vibrant blooms in blue, lilac, red, ruby, and white. Ideal for hanging baskets or container arrangements, this trailing variety spills gracefully over the edges to soften and complement any garden or patio design. Blooming from spring to frost, it thrives in full sun to part shade and attracts pollinators and beneficial insects. Known for being deer-resistant and versatile, this lobelia will brighten your flower bed and containers with minimal effort, while offering a cheerful touch of color throughout the growing season.

3,000 seeds.

Variety Info:

Botanical Name: Lobelia erinus
Family: Campanulaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10–11; otherwise grown as an annual
Plant Dimensions: 6″–8″ long
Variety Information: ½” flowers in blue, lilac, red, ruby, and white
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Spring to frost
Attributes: Attracts Beneficial Insects, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers

Sowing Info:

When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. In Mild Climates, sow in late summer for winter color.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 60°–70°F.
Days to Emerge: 15–20 days
Seed Depth: Press lightly into surface
Seed Spacing: Sow in groups of 12–20 seeds, 4″–6″ apart
Thinning: Not required.