Lobelia laxiflora subsp. angustifolia | Hardy or Mexican Lobelia | 50 Tiny Seeds
Specifications
| Return Shipping Will Be Paid By | Seller |
| All Returns Accepted | Returns Accepted |
| Item Must Be Returned Within | 30 Days |
| Brand | Unbranded |
| Indoor/Outdoor | Indoor & Outdoor |
| Type | Perennial |
| Season Of Interest | Fall |
| Watering | Medium |
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Features | Flowering |
| Soil Type | Peat |
Lobelia laxiflora is a perennial herb or shrub in the Campanulaceae family. A native to the Americas. Some common names, including Mexican lobelia, Sierra Madre lobelia, Mexican cardinalflower, looseflowers lobelia, and drooping lobelia. It can grow to 2 feet tall and 15 inches wide. The leaves can vary in size, shape, and texture depending upon age. The inflorescence can reach up to 2 feet tall with several flowers out at one time. The flowers bloom from mid-summer until early fall and are around 2-3 inches long, usually red, orange, and yellow. It can grow in full sun, part shade, and light shade. Zones 7-10 Germination Sow seeds on top of the medium, tamp seeds down, and do not cover with soil. Mist the seeds several times a day while keeping the soil moist in a bright spot. Keep temperatures around 65-75F. Germination can be erratic for 7-90 days.