Starship™ Blue may be going where no Lobelia has gone before: it flowers early and abundantly and exhibits a uniform, controlled habit and improved branching.
This cardinal flower's sturdy spires brimming with butterfly-shaped, very nearly true-blue blooms aloft vibrant green foliage produce a powerful impact in a small space. Its stunning appearance and columnar form make it a popular choice for a garden border, but it mixes well with annuals and perennials. The flowers are also a fun addition to cut bouquets.
This sun lover prefers higher temperatures, humidity, and moist soils, so in dryer areas a little shade doesn't hurt, and if you keep them well watered, you will be well rewarded with a long-lasting, lively display that attracts butterflies and bees from early summer through mid-fall.
| Genus | Lobelia |
| Species | speciosa |
| Variety | 'Starship Scarlet' |
| Item Form | (P) Pkt of 20 seeds |
| Zone | 6 - 10 |
| Bloom Start to End | Mid Summer - Mid Fall |
| Habit | Upright |
| Seeds Per Pack | 20 |
| Plant Height | 20 in - 24 in |
| Plant Width | 8 in - 12 in |
| Additional Characteristics | Flower, Butterfly Lovers, Hummingbird Lovers |
| Bloom Color | Blue |
| Foliage Color | Medium Green |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
| Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
| Uses | Beds, Containers, Border |
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