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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
What to plant in GA in the winter?
I live in south west GA, it is the beging of fall but it is still very warm in the day, My garden is in full sun for 6-8 hours a day. What type of fall/winter vegtables will do good and are realitivly easy to grow?
Answer
It is time to start sowing seeds August through September for any of the Brassica-family which include cabbage, broccoli, collards and similar vegetables. Carrot seeds can be sown from August to November in south Georgia. With the mild winters in South Georgia warm-season vegetables like tomatoes, cucumber and squash can be transplanted in August or September. Check out your local garden center for other starter plants which perform well in your particular climate.
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