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Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Blue'

Family Campanulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 70 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 35 cm (14 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Blue' (hybrid lobelia) bears medium purple blossoms during mid summer to early fall. The foliage is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, annual, bedding plant, bog, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Blue' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Blue' (hybrid lobelia) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.