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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
Black spot on roses
What causes black spot on roses and how to stop it?
Answer
Black spot is a fungus (Diplocarpon rosae) which infects rose leaves causing black spots sometimes with yellow rings around the spots. The best defense against black spot is planting disease resistant varieties. The fungus will survive over winter on fallen leaves, raking leaves will provide some control. There are other cultural practices that can reduce the severity of black spot include avoiding irrigation that sprays the leaves, plant roses in a full-sun location with good air circulation, water in the morning rather than evenings. Fungicide sprays and systemic treatments are also affective.
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