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Lobelia x speciosa 'Sparkle Devine' (Sparkle Divine)

Family Campanulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level medium
Height 0.8 - 1.2 m (2.5 - 4 ft)
Spread 60 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Lobelia x speciosa 'Sparkle Devine' (Sparkle Divine) (lobelia) bears showy and medium magenta blossoms during late summer to early autumn. This plant has showy foliage that is greyish aquamarine in colour.
Typical Uses Border, cut flowers, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics Lobelia x speciosa 'Sparkle Devine' (Sparkle Divine) is noted for being naturally resistant to deer. In the fall, Lobelia x speciosa 'Sparkle Devine' (Sparkle Divine) offers a beautiful display of autumn colour.
Cautions Lobelia x speciosa 'Sparkle Devine' (Sparkle Divine) (lobelia) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.