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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
Sequence of treating vegetable gardens
I bought Preen, Miracle Grow, and vegetable bug defense. What goes on first and how long should I wait to apply the next product? Hope this makes sense.
Answer
I would put the Preen down first then the bug defense and the Miracle Grow you can do this in one day intervals however there should be no chemical reaction between the three if you wanted to do it in the same day. The one thing I would be watchful of would be chemical burn on the plants in the hot sun. The oils in some products can sit on the leaves and cause burns. Remember ALAWYS follow the directions on chemical labels, more is never better when it comes to applying pesticides and fertilizers. I recommend always taking the organic route when possible.
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