Lobelia erinus
Owned by David Fefferman (@David).
Notes
Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.
Details
Identity & Classification
- Common Name
- Edging Lobelia
Growth & Physical Traits
- Plant Type
- Annual, Perennial, Flowering Ornamentals, Herb
- Growth Habit
- Herbaceous, Trailing
Care & Requirements
- Watering Needs
- Medium Water Needs
- Temperature Range
- Mild Temperate (40–85°F / 4–30°C)
- Humidity Range
- Moderate Humidity (40–60%)
- Light Needs
- Partial Sun
Origin & Source
- Natural Habitat Location
- Southern Africa
Collection Context
- Quantity
- 1
- Added Details
- Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.
Lobelia
erinus
Growth & Physical Traits
Care & Requirements
Origin & Source
Collection Context
Added Details
Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.
Item Lore
Edging lobelia is a favorite among gardeners for its prolific, vibrant blue flowers that create a dense carpet in garden beds and containers. Originally native to Southern Africa, this species has become a staple of Victorian-era bedding schemes and continues to be valued for its reliable, long-lasting color throughout the growing season.
Lobelia
erinus
Added Details
Family: Campanulaceae. toxic to humans. toxic to pets. Commonly used as a bedding or edging plant, it is prized for its vibrant blue flowers. It prefers cool, moist conditions and may stop blooming in extreme summer heat.
Growth & Physical Traits
Care & Requirements
Origin & Source
Collection Context
Item Lore
Edging lobelia is a favorite among gardeners for its prolific, vibrant blue flowers that create a dense carpet in garden beds and containers. Originally native to Southern Africa, this species has become a staple of Victorian-era bedding schemes and continues to be valued for its reliable, long-lasting color throughout the growing season.