Lobelia Starship™ (Three Colours)
Plant Details
Burgundy: Attractive deep red flowres are set off wonderfully by the luscious dark foliage.
Deep Rose: The bright pink flowers are set off beautifully by the ruby red foliage (image featured).
Scarlet Bronze Leaf: Striking spikes of cardinal red flowers bloom above sumptuous bronze foliage throughout summer.
Month Available: August
Evergreen / Deciduous: Deciduous
Flower Colour: Multi-coloured
Suitable For Wildlife: Butterflies
Soil Type: Moist, well-drained
Sun/Shade: Full sun or partial shade
Season of Interest: Summer
Flower/Foliage/Berries: Flowers, Foliage
Plant Type: Perennial
Hardy: Fully
Main Attribute: Summer flowering
Height / Spread: 60cm x 40cm (24in x 16in)
Growing Tips & Additional Information
These are great as marginal plants, they look excellent planted around ponds in groups of 3 or 5.
Where to Plant: Borders
Pests and Diseases: Leaf blotch
Plant Care: Allow to die down in autumn, then cover with 5cm (2in) of compost to protect the crown.
Care and Time: Low - autumn
Warning: Harmful if eaten.
Benefits: Good late summer plant, attractive and contrasting foliage and flowers. Sturdy and low maintenance.
History: The Starship Lobelia Series was bred by Kieft Seeds for their uniform, well-controlled habit with great branching and blooming early.