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    Lobelia aberdarica

    Also Known As

    • Giant African Lobelia

    Plant type

    perennial, aquatic

    size

    • H: 6'
    • W: 4'

    planting zones

    • 9b-11

    Lobelia aberdarica plant details

    Lobelia aberdarica is a broadleaf evergreen perennial aquatic with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia aberdarica

    Plant type: perennial aquatic
    Plant family: campanulaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT wide, 6 FT tall
    Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
    Uses: colonizing, tropical-looking, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia aberdarica

    USDA Zones: 9b - 11
    Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Lobelia aberdarica plant

    How to Grow Lobelia aberdarica

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - mostly sun

    • Water Needs

      • low

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

    • Texture

      • grassy

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