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Foliage is striking before the flowers appear late in the summer. The contrast between the purple-bronze foliage and the scarlet red flower really makes this a stand-out!
• | Partial Sun |
• | Purple |
• | Moist |
• | Cut Flower/Foliage |
• | Summer |
• | Summer |
• | July - September |
Lobelia was named after the Flemish botanist Mathias de l'Obel (1538-1616).
A moisture loving perennial during the growing season, but needs good drainage when dormant.