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Lobelia speciosa-Starship Blue-Attracts Pollinators 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Lobelia speciosa-Starship Blue-Attracts Pollinators 1 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Blue'

Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Blue'

Description

Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Blue' is a striking perennial known for its vibrant blue flowers and lush green foliage. This plant adds a splash of color to any garden and is particularly attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, containers, and as a feature plant in mixed beds. Its vibrant blooms make it a perfect choice for pollinator gardens and water gardens.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Blue'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Starship Blue' Cardinal Flower
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-10
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Herbaceous perennial
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid-summer to early fall
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Hosta, Astilbe, and Ferns

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder zones
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during growing season
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds
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