Lobelia Seeds – Lobelia erinus Flower Plant

Lobelia is a delicate and vibrant flowering plant known for its masses of tiny blooms in brilliant shades of blue, purple, white, and pink. Lobelia erinus forms dense mounds or trailing cascades of flowers, making it perfect for hanging baskets, containers, window boxes, borders, and edging. Its continuous flowering habit adds soft color and charm to garden spaces throughout the growing season.

Features

• Masses of small vibrant flowers
• Ideal trailing or compact growth habit
• Perfect for baskets, containers, and borders
• Long blooming season in cool weather
• Attracts bees and pollinators
• Excellent edging and ground cover plant
• Soft, colorful ornamental display

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Lobelia erinus
• Common Name (US): Lobelia
• Seed Type / Variety: Flowering Ornamental Annual Plant
• Growth Habit: Compact or trailing annual
• USDA Zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
• Planting Season: Early Spring
• Growing Season: Spring through Summer (best in cool weather)
• Sowing Season: Late Winter to Early Spring
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10–20 days in cool, moist soil with light exposure
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Requirements: Moist, well-drained, rich soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers consistently moist soil
• Mature Plant Size: 4–8 inches tall and 8–12 inches wide (trailing types up to 18 inches)
• Plant Spacing: 6–10 inches apart