Lobelia erinus

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LobeliaPerennialFamily: Campanulaceae

Flower colour:

Blue

Purple

Foliage colour:

Green

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Position

Sun Exposure:

Dappled shade, full sun

Aspect:

South facing, west facing

Soil

Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Lobelias are small, long flowering perennials from South Africa. Lobelia erinus is a trailing species with masses of purple or blue flowers. It has fine stems and deep green leaves, which are toothed and roughly oval. It's especially effective in hanging baskets, flower pouches and other containers, where its trailing stems spill over the sides bearing masses of flowers, throughout summer.

Grow Lobelia erinus in a cool spot in moist soil in partial shade. Rejuvenate plants in midsummer by cutting back, to maintain bushy growth and encourage repeat flowering.

Read our full guide on how to grow lobelia.

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Lobelia ‘Erinus’ and wildlife

Lobelia ‘Erinus’ has no particular known value to wildlife in the UK.

Is Lobelia ‘Erinus’ poisonous?

Lobelia ‘Erinus’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:

Is not known to attract Birds

Birds

Is not known to attract Cats

Cats

Is not known to attract Dogs

Dogs

Is not known to attract Horses

Horses

Is not known to attract Livestock

Livestock

Is not known to attract People

People

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