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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
Ficus nitida
My Ficus nitida leaves have curled up. What's the problem?
Answer
Sounds like your Ficus nitida has some insect damage. Small insects with piercing sucking mouth parts can cause leaves to curl. Common culprits include Thrips, Mealybugs and Aphids. Open the leaves that have curled and look for signs of damage or small insects that may be damaging the ficus. I recommend using a systemic insecticide to control such sap sucking insects.
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