USDA: 3a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H1 - G2 Australia: 1 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
20 - 25 cm (8 - 10 in)
Spread
15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Light
full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture
average, well-drained
Soil Type
loam
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
The tender perennial Lobelia erinus 'Loboudtis' (Laguna sky blue) yields showy, faded blue and repeat-blooming blossoms during mid-spring to mid autumn. This plant is mound shaped in form and has matte and fine textured foliage that is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, annual, bedding plant, border, container and hanging basket.
Special Characteristics
Lobelia erinus 'Loboudtis' (Laguna sky blue) has a natural resistance to deer. This tender perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Lobelia erinus 'Loboudtis' (Laguna sky blue) enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions
Lobelia erinus 'Loboudtis' (Laguna sky blue) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. The growth rate of Lobelia erinus 'Loboudtis' (Laguna sky blue) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
