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Plant of the Week
Lobelia
| Scientific name | Lobelia erinus |
| Common name | Lobelia |
| Type | Annuals |
| Variety | Annual |
| USDA Zone hardiness | 1 - 8b |
| Exposure | Full sun |
| Height | Under 1' |
| Spread | Under 1' |
A low growing perennial generally grown as an annual. Grown in full sun to shade, does better in the cooler weather and often goes out of bloom when it gets hot. Look for heat tolerant cultivars. Cut back after first bloom, fertilize and water to maintain flowering in the summer.
Recent Question from Gardeners
Question
Best planting time for Veggies
Is there a better time of day morning or afternoon to put my vegie starts into to outdoor garden?
Answer
In general the best time of day to plant veggie starters or any new plants for that matter is late-afternoon/evening, after the hottest part of the day [around 4 pm in most areas]. Planting later in the day will reduce stress on the plant caused by warm soil and air conditions that may pull the moisture out of the rootball causing the plant to wilt. Plant later in the day and water it in good, the over night will give the starter time to relax in it's new home before the sun hits it.
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