Lobelia bridgesii [RCH 442]

Also Known As

Tupa Rosada

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'
W: 3'

planting zones

8a-10b

Lobelia bridgesii [RCH 442] plant details

Lobelia bridgesii [RCH 442] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer apricot flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia bridgesii [RCH 442]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, showy, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia bridgesii [RCH 442]

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional

Soil needs: average, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lovely evergreen perennial collected from coastal southern Chile by Randall Hitchin. To 3' or more with lettuce green leaves and peachy pink flowers over a long season. Likes sandy soil, but seems to grow in just about anything. Provide bright light and some summer water where dry. Frosts back in winter and regrows at the bottom of USDA zone 8, remaining evergreen above 15 °F or so.