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Plant of the Week
Lobelia
| Scientific name | Lobelia erinus |
| Common name | Lobelia |
| Type | Annuals |
| Variety | Annual |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 1 - 8b |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Height | Under 1' |
| Spread | Under 1' |
A low growing perennial generally grown as an annual. Grown in full sun to shade, does better in the cooler weather and often goes out of bloom when it gets hot. Look for heat tolerant cultivars. Cut back after first bloom, fertilize and water to maintain flowering in the summer.
Recent Question from Gardeners
Question
Plum Tree, Fruit is Splitting
Why are my plums splitting on the tree?
Answer
Irregular soil moisture levels is the most common reason fruit will split or crack while still on the tree. Periods of drought followed excessive irrigation or rainfall often cause plums to split because the fruit will absorb water faster than it is able to expand. Constant over watering will also cause the fruit to split. Young fruit trees that have been over fertilized may also have fruit that splits or cracks from the irregular growth patters brought on by the fertilizing, this is less common with established fruit trees. Damage from insects with piercing sucking mouth parts may also cause blemishes and like cracks and scabs, however more of an imperfection and less of an obvious cracking. Happy Gardening! Plant Life Online
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