Lobelia Rosamond
£1.29 – £10.99
This stunning red lobelia with white eyes is most effective as an edging plant and a fantastic alternative to the traditional blues seen in every garden during the summer.
Lobelia Rosamond
Lobelia Rosamond. This stunning red lobelia with white eyes is most effective as an edging plant and a fantastic alternative to the traditional blues seen in every garden during the summer. Grows to a height of 6in. and a spread of 15in.
Cultivation Advice Lobelia Rosamond
- Sow 4-8 weeks prior to the last frost under cover with warmth at 18-24C (65-75F)
- in a good fine seed compost.
- Sow seeds on surface of compost and gently firm down the compost.
- Keep soil damp but not wet, sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful to retain humidity
- and save watering whilst young.
- Do not exclude light.
- Germination takes 10-21 days depending on temperature.
- When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant in bunches to trays and grow on in cooler conditions.
- Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost,
- 10cm (4in) apart in a sunny spot in light, moist soil.
