Lobelia 'Crystal Palace'

Flowering

Perennial

Discover the vibrant Lobelia Crystal Palace (Lobelia erinus)with striking deep blue blooms and contrasting bronze foliage. Perfect for creating eye-catching garden displays with ease.

Rich blue flowers
Bronze-toned leaves
Easy-to-grow annual
Ideal for beds and borders
Suitable for patio containers

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Details

Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' is prized for its vibrant flowers and attractive foliage. It thrives in sunny to partially shaded locations and is perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Ideal for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces deep blue blooms
Attractive bronze-green foliage adds interest

What's Included

Packs: Start with a pack of strong seedlings. They have robust roots and are ready to plant in your garden or pots. Perfect for early garden starts.

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Care Information

Sunlight	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Position	Sheltered or semi-sheltered
Soil	Well drained fertile soil
Planting Time	Late winter
Moisture	Medium
Hardiness	Semi-hardy
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	15cm
Height and Spread	10cm x 15cm
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' is perfect for adding a splash of vibrant colour to your garden, thriving in sunny to partially shaded locations and producing deep blue blooms with attractive bronze-green foliage from summer to autumn.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces deep blue blooms
Attractive bronze-green foliage adds interest

Grows best in full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil
Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers
Produces deep blue blooms
Attractive bronze-green foliage adds interest

Planting Time:	Spring to Autumn
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Planting Time:	Spring to Autumn
Sunlight & Positioning:	Full Sun to Partial Shade
Where to Plant:	Garden Beds - Borders - Containers
Growing Location:	Garden - Patio - Balcony

Choose a sunny to partially shaded area for Lobelia 'Crystal Palace', whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Lobelia plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight or partial shade
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 15cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose a sunny to partially shaded area for Lobelia 'Crystal Palace', whether in the garden or in pots or containers. Keep them well-watered and ensure the soil is fertile and well-drained.

Lobelia plants need warmth and sun, so choose a sunny spot with good direct sunlight or partial shade
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots at least 15cm wide with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants adequately to avoid overcrowding

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 15-20cm apart for good air circulation

Choose the Right Spot:	A sunny or partially shaded location with good light
Prepare the Soil:	Loosen soil and mix in compost or organic matter
Planting:	Plant level with the soil and firm soil down around the plant
Spacing:	Space plants about 15-20cm apart for good air circulation

Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' grows robustly and produces an abundance of deep blue blooms with attractive bronze-green foliage. With good light and minimal care, you’ll soon be enjoying a plentiful display of flowers.

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Fertilise monthly with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser to promote healthy growth

Water regularly during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, water only during dry periods
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Check for pests like aphids; treat with soapy water and remove any unhealthy leaves
Fertilise monthly with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser to promote healthy growth

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Additional Tips:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed

Sunlight and Position:	Needs 4-6 hours of sunlight or partial shade daily
Watering and Feeding:	Water regularly, especially in hot weather
Support and Pruning:	Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Additional Tips:	Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weed

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the ideal growing conditions for Lobelia 'Crystal Palace'?

Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' thrives in partial shade to full sun, in moist, well-draining soil. It prefers slightly acidic to neutral soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5.

How should I care for Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' plants?

Water regularly to keep soil moist but not waterlogged. Fertilise every two weeks during the growing season. Prune back in high heat to encourage continuous blooming.