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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
Plumeria bloom time, lei plant?
How long until my plumeria blooms?
Answer
Plumeria bloom year round in their native tropical environments like Hawaii. If you have not been seeing regular blooms during the growing season in other parts of the country your Plumeria may need additional nutrients. Plumeria trees and shrubs should be fertilized twice a month during the growing season with a high phosphorous fertilizer. Water Plumeria regularly keeping the soil moist during the growing season and reduce water during the winter to avoid trunk rot. When growing Plumeria in containers in cooler climates the plants should be brought indoors once the fall temperatures begin to drop.
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