USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
medium
Height
15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Spread
30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 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 'Regatta Sapphire' (edging lobelia) is repeat-blooming and bears showy and medium purple blooms during early spring to mid-fall. The matte foliage is deep green in colour and fine in texture.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, annual, border, container and hanging basket.
Special Characteristics
Lobelia erinus 'Regatta Sapphire' has a natural resistance to deer. This tender perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Lobelia erinus 'Regatta Sapphire' enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions
Lobelia erinus 'Regatta Sapphire' (edging lobelia) 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 'Regatta Sapphire' (edging lobelia) 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.
