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Plant of the Week
Lobelia
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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
Swale
I sprayed out the weeds and grass in swales and left ornamental grasses for better water percolation of water does that sound normal?
Answer
Assuming the swale really does provide a place for water to go it is important to have some sort of vegetation growing. The plant roots will create poor space and increase percolation, reduce runoff as well as absorb water. Sounds good to me.
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