Growing Non-GMO Crystal Palace 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 4-6 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 frequently 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 1.5-2 months, apply a fresh handful at the base of each grouping. In well-maintained, fertile soils, this maintenance step may not be necessary to keep up the flower power.

Crystal Palace Lobelia in the Flower Garden

Crystal Palace 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. Lobelias grow similarly to pansies and linaria and are enjoyed indoors or outdoors.

Landscaping With Crystal Palace Lobelia

Crystal Palace Lobelia is a great addition to the front of a border or in mixed containers. Crystal Palace Lobelia is especially attractive to bees. Yellow-faced bees and bumblebees are among its fan club. It may also attract other pollinators.

About Crystal Palace Lobelia Garden Seeds

Keep the soil evenly moist and do not let soil dehydrate as it will diminish blooming. Plants will experience heavy dieback if not shaded in extreme heat.

Lobelia erinus, AKA Garden Lobelia, Trailing Lobelia, Edging 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.

These blossoms are usually half inch long and cover the feathery green foliage during the entire growing season.

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 grown in containers.

Lobelia is considered toxic if ingested by humans or animals.

Tips From Our Gardeners

"For any Lord of the Rings fans out there: This is the perfect addition to your shire-themed garden and will be a clever nod to Lobelia Sackville-Baggins."

- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer

Crystal Palace Lobelia Seeds Per Package:

• 250 mg Packet - Approximately 5,700 Seeds
• 0.25 oz - Approximately 162,500 Seeds
• 1 oz - Approximately 650,000 Seeds

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