Lobelia Queen Victoria
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A stunning perennial Lobelia with upright tall spires of large scarlet red flowers highlighted against a deep purple red foliage.
Lobelia Queen Victoria
Lobelia Queen Victoria. A stunning perennial Lobelia with upright tall spires of large scarlet red flowers highlighted against a deep purple red foliage. They thrive in a damp location, but will grow equally well under average conditions in a rich soil as a specimen or massing in the border, containers or tubs. 2 – 3 feet (60 – 90 cm). CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.
Cultivation Advice Lobelia Queen Victoria
- Best sown late winter to early spring for flowering the first year. Can also be sown later (May-Jul to over-winter and flower following season).
- Surface sow on soil based seed compost, gently pressing in with warmth provided (20 C). Do not exclude light.
- A propagator with a cover or sealed in a plastic bag to maintain moisture until germinated is best.
- Germination in 10-14 days at 20 c.
- Prick out seedlings when large enough to handle.
- Acclimatise gradually to outdoor conditions over a week once all danger of frost has passed.
- Plant out 30 cm apart in rich mist soil, preferably in partial shade.
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