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Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue

Scientific Name: Lobelia x speciosa 'PAS1302712'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 8"-12"

planting zones

  • 6a-11

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Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue plant details

Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue

USDA Zones: 6a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue is a hardy clumping perennial that displays tall spikes of true blue flowers above soft green, well-branched foliage. Cardinal Flower attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Easily grown in moist, well-drained soils with average watering. Deadhead regularly to promote rebloom. Deer resistant.

Gardening facts about Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue plant

How to Grow Lobelia x speciosa Starship™ Blue

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
    • purple
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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