Growing Non-GMO Vulcan Red Lobelia Flower Seeds

Lobelia seeds are small; although they are easy to germinate and grow, the most challenging part is planting! Use tweezers or a hand seeder to help with the planting process. Directly sow lobelia seeds outdoors when temperatures are consistently around 65 F. For earlier spring blooms, begin the seeds indoors 6-8 weeks earlier than their planting-out date and germinate under a grow light. Use a heating pad to keep the soil temperature around 60 F. Lobelia is typically sown 3-4 seeds to one hole; the group is transplanted together and treated as one plant.

When transplanting seedlings indoors to outdoors, it is essential to gradually acclimatize them to their new environment (hardening off). Water regularly. If the plants appear stretched or the flowers are coming in sparsely, lightly shear the tops of the plants by no more than one-third. Immediately follow with fertilization to encourage a fresh flush of blooms.

Lobelia flowers perform best with high-fertility soil. If using fertilizer, use a time-release granular when planting out and then throughout the season every 1.5-2 months with a low-strength liquid feed. For compost, incorporate well-rotted compost into the soil at the time of planting or transplanting, and then every 6-8 weeks, apply a fresh handful at the base of each grouping. Vulcan Red performs well in cool springs and shaded summers. Keep the soil evenly moist and do not let soil dehydrate as it will decrease blooming. Plants will experience heavy dieback if not shaded in extreme summers.

Vulcan Red Lobelia in the Flower Garden

Vulcan Red lobelia seeds are active garden performers and ideal for kids or novice gardeners to try as a dynamic accent to flower beds, fences, and walkways. Vulcan Red Lobelia is especially attractive to bees. Yellow-faced bees and bumblebees are among its fan club.

Landscaping With Vulcan Red Lobelia

Lobelia grows very similarly to pansies and linaria and are potted just as popularly indoors as they are outdoors. Vulcan Red Lobelia is a great addition to the front of a border or in mixed containers. It may also attract other pollinators.

About Vulcan Red Lobelia Garden Seeds

Lobelia speciosa, AKA Cardinal Flower or perennial lobelia is related to the bellflower and native to most of Southern Africa from Malawi to South Africa. The genus name Lobelia pays homage to 16th-century French doctor and botanist Matthias de l'Obel.

If you are sensitive to smells, lobelia is a great option. There is no need to compromise beauty to avoid an aroma; lobelia flowers are fragrance-free.

Many gardeners have success with adding mulch around the base of the plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. It is also recommended to do this when growing in pots.

Lobelia is considered toxic if ingested by humans or animals.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"This abundant and vibrant bloomer would look stunning in any planter, container, or bed. The unique red flowers are sure to catch the eye!"

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Vulcan Red Lobelia Seeds Per Package:

• 10 seed Packet

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