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Lobelia online at Crocus

by Sarah - January 27th, 2012.
Filed under: Crocus.

Crocus has these varieties of lobelia available. bigger plant packs are available on a couple of them.

Lobelia 'Fountain Mixed' (42 large plug plants)

Lobelia ‘Fountain Mixed’ (42 large plug plants) £8.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to the first frosts Flowering colour: mixed, including mid and light blue, white, carmine, purple and lilac Hardiness: tender (needs frost protection) Essential for tumbling over the edges of a hanging basket, patio pot or window box, this is a gorgeous mix of trailing lobelias in some wonderful colours that will go with everything. Grown in individual plug cells, each plant measures about 5 – 7 cm tall (from the base of the root to the top of the plant). They can be grown on or planted straight out into the garden. Please note that as we grow these for especially for you, we need to take full payment when you place your order so as to reserve stock for you. See above for despatch dates for this particular plant. To ensure that your plants arrive in the best possible condition each pack will be despatched individually. Our Plug Plants – Three sizes are available – Click for information about sizes

Lobelia 'Royal Blue' (42 large plug plants)

Lobelia ‘Royal Blue’ (42 large plug plants) £8.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to the first frosts Flowering colour: Blue Hardiness: tender (needs frost protection) Each plant will form mounds of foliage, covered with masses of beautiful, royal blue flowers throughout the summer. A best-selling lobelia, that is ideal for the front of the border. Grown in individual plug cells, each plant measures about 5 – 7 cm tall (from the base of the root to the top of the plant). They can be grown on or planted straight out into the garden. Please note that as we grow these for especially for you, we need to take full payment when you place your order so as to reserve stock for you. See above for despatch dates for this particular plant. To ensure that your plants arrive in the best possible condition each pack will be despatched individually. Our Plug Plants – Three sizes are available – Click for information about sizes

Lobelia 'White Lady' (42 large plug plants)

Lobelia ‘White Lady’ (42 large plug plants) £8.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average to fast-growing Flowering period: May to the first frosts Flowering colour: white Hardiness: tender (needs frost protection) A compact bush variety, that makes an excellent mixer for all your other summer bedding, or use it on its own to create a striking block of white. This is a popular edging plant and a strong summer performer. Grown in individual plug cells, each plant measures about 5 – 7 cm tall (from the base of the root to the top of the plant). They can be grown on or planted straight out into the garden. Please note that as we grow these for especially for you, we need to take full payment when you place your order so as to reserve stock for you. See above for despatch dates for this particular plant. To ensure that your plants arrive in the best possible condition each pack will be despatched individually. Our Plug Plants – Three sizes are available – Click for information about sizes

Lobelia cardinalis 'Queen Victoria' (cardinal flower)

Lobelia cardinalis ‘Queen Victoria’ (cardinal flower) £6.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: deep, fertile, moist soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: August to October Hardiness: fully hardy Stunning spikes of scarlet, five-petalled flowers rise up in late summer among beautiful, beetroot-coloured foliage. This gorgeous cardinal flower brings a splash of vibrant colour to the garden just as many perennials are fading. It is excellent for filling gaps left by early-flowerin g perennials in a mixed or herbaceous border and suits a planting scheme based on ‘hot’ colours. Garden care: Divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch, such as straw.

Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Scharlach' (Fan Series) (21 large plug plants - (syn. Fan Scarlet))

Lobelia x speciosa ‘Fan Scharlach’ (Fan Series) (21 large plug plants – (syn. Fan Scarlet)) £12.99
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: deep, fertile, moist soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: June to October Other features: all parts of the plant are poisonous; contact with the sap may cause skin irritation Hardiness: fully hardy Copper coloured foliage forms an upright, compact clump, which is crowned with erect spikes, packed with tubular, two-lipped, bright red flowers from summer to autumn. An easy to grow perennial form of Lobelia. It’s upright ‘fan-shaped’ habit means you can enjoy the traditional lobed flowers, year after year. Grown in individual plug cells, each plant measures about 5 – 7 cm tall (from the base of the root to the top of the plant). They can be grown on or planted straight out into the garden. Please note that as we grow these for especially for you, we need to take full payment when you place your order so as to reserve stock for you. See above for despatch dates for this particular plant. To ensure that your plants arrive in the best possible condition each pack will be despatched individually. Our Plug Plants – Three sizes are available – Click for information about sizes

Lobelia x speciosa 'Hadspen Purple' (PBR) (lobelia)

Lobelia x speciosa ‘Hadspen Purple’ (PBR) (lobelia) £7.49
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy Vivid purple flowers appear for an extended period in summer and autumn above purple flushed, light green foliage. A cottage garden favourite that looks great when planted in bold swathes throughout a mixed border. The flower spikes will act as a magnet to butterflies and bees. Garden care: Divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch.

Lobelia x speciosa 'Vedrariensis' (lobelia)

Lobelia x speciosa ‘Vedrariensis’ (lobelia) £7.49
Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: July to September Hardiness: fully hardy A taller cultivar with pronounced tubular, violet-purple flowers, and dark green foliage, that can often become infused with red. This is an architectural plant, which is ideal for adding vertical interest towards the middle or back of the bed. Garden care: Divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch.