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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.
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Powdery Mildew On Phlox?
How do I get rid of powdery mildew on my Phlox?
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To get rid of powdery mildew you first must improve the conditions in which it thrives. The following steps will help to remedy the powder mildew problem in your garden. - Improve Air Flow - Avoid Overhead Watering - Avoid Over watering - Increase Sunlight - Treat with a Powdery Mildew specific fungicide when plants are heavily affected. Powdery Mildew is esthetically unappealing but will not kill a plant. Plants that have
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