Lobelia Queen Victoria

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.