How to Grow Lobelia
Purchase seedlings or seeds., Prepare the soil., Choose a position for full sun to part shade., Plant., Feed regularly., Remove the spent flowers regularly.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Purchase seedlings or seeds.
Follow the seed packet directions if planting seeds; you will need to sow indoors 8 to 10 weeks earlier in order to get the spring flowering. -
Step 2: Prepare the soil.
Lobelia can be grown in a container or in the garden.
Use either very good quality potting soil or good quality soil with compost added for garden planting. , If planting in containers or window boxes, you'll have the freedom to move these around if needed. , Plant the seedlings in sunny well drained spots after the last frosts have gone or in a frost-free environment.
Space plants 10
- 12 cm (4-5 in.) apart.
In a container, Lobelia can be grown more closely together. , A liquid feed is the best option for fertilizing lobelia. , This will tidy up the plant and encourage new blooms. -
Step 3: Choose a position for full sun to part shade.
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Step 4: Plant.
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Step 5: Feed regularly.
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Step 6: Remove the spent flowers regularly.
Detailed Guide
Follow the seed packet directions if planting seeds; you will need to sow indoors 8 to 10 weeks earlier in order to get the spring flowering.
Lobelia can be grown in a container or in the garden.
Use either very good quality potting soil or good quality soil with compost added for garden planting. , If planting in containers or window boxes, you'll have the freedom to move these around if needed. , Plant the seedlings in sunny well drained spots after the last frosts have gone or in a frost-free environment.
Space plants 10
- 12 cm (4-5 in.) apart.
In a container, Lobelia can be grown more closely together. , A liquid feed is the best option for fertilizing lobelia. , This will tidy up the plant and encourage new blooms.
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