Lobelia 'Sapphire'

Flowering

Perennial

The Lobelia Sapphire Trailing variety brings stunning sapphire blue blooms to any garden, adding vibrant colour and elegance effortlessly. Whether you're decorating containers on your balcony or enhancing garden borders, this sapphire flower plant is a versatile choice for various garden settings.

Features

Vibrant Sapphire Blue Blooms: Captivating colour that stands out in any garden.
Versatile Growth Habit: Perfect for hanging baskets and trailing gracefully in borders.
Long Bloom Duration: Produces beautiful flowers from late spring through autumn.
Low Maintenance: Requires minimal watering and is resistant to common pests.
Enhances Garden Beauty: Adds charm and elegance to your outdoor space.

Growth & Care

Lobelia Sapphire thrives in full sun to partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. Its hardy nature makes it suitable for both novice and experienced gardeners.

Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-drained
Watering: Minimal
Maintenance: Low, pest-resistant

Uses

Containers and Pots: Ideal for balcony garden setups.
Patios and Garden Beds: Adds a splash of colour to larger garden areas.
Borders: Trails beautifully along garden edges, providing a seamless look.

Benefits

Attracts Pollinators: Draws bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden’s ecosystem.
Boosts Biodiversity: Contributes to a healthy and balanced garden environment.
Long-Lasting Blooms: Ensures your garden remains colourful for an extended period.

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Details

Lobelia 'Sapphire' is a stunning annual known for its vibrant sapphire-blue flowers and trailing growth habit. It is perfect for adding a splash of colour and ornamental beauty to garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers
Produces striking sapphire-blue flowers from late spring to autumn
Compact and low maintenance

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
Soil	Well drained soil
Planting Time	Late winter
Moisture	Moist
Hardiness	Frost tender
Growth Rate	Medium
Spacing	Unknown
Height and Spread	60-80cm x 60-80cm
Annual or Perennial	Annual

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What You Need To Know About “Lobelia 'Sapphire'”

Plant Information

How To Plant

Plant Care

Lobelia 'Sapphire' is a stunning annual that adds vibrant colour and ornamental beauty to any garden. It is known for its striking sapphire-blue flowers and compact growth habit.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers
Produces striking sapphire-blue flowers from late spring to autumn
Compact and low maintenance

Lobelia 'Sapphire' is a stunning annual that adds vibrant colour and ornamental beauty to any garden. It is known for its striking sapphire-blue flowers and compact growth habit.

Grows best in full sun to partial shade
Ideal for garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, and containers
Produces striking sapphire-blue flowers from late spring to autumn
Compact and low maintenance

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 or partially shaded area for your Lobelia 'Sapphire' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Lobelia needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

Choose a sunny or partially shaded area for your Lobelia 'Sapphire' plants, whether in garden beds, borders, hanging baskets, or containers. Keep them well watered for the best growth.

Lobelia needs full sun to partial shade, so choose a spot with good light
Add compost or organic matter to soil before planting to provide nutrients and structure
Use pots with drainage holes and quality compost if container growing
Water well both before and after planting; space plants well to allow for growth

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 'Sapphire' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and vibrant colour to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its stunning sapphire-blue blooms.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and whiteflies; treat with suitable methods if needed

Lobelia 'Sapphire' is easy to care for and adds both beauty and vibrant colour to your garden. With proper light and a little care, you’ll soon be enjoying its stunning sapphire-blue blooms.

Water regularly, especially in hot weather, until established
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming
Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds
Check for pests like aphids and whiteflies; treat with suitable methods if needed

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 'Sapphire'?

Lobelia 'Sapphire' thrives in full sun to partial shade with well-drained, fertile soil. Keep the soil consistently moist with regular watering, especially during dry periods.

How can I encourage more blooms on Lobelia 'Sapphire'?

Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming. Feed with a balanced, water-soluble fertiliser every two to three weeks during the growing season to enhance flower production.

What pests and diseases affect Lobelia 'Sapphire', and how can I manage them?

Common pests include aphids and spider mites. Control these with insecticidal soap or neem oil. Ensure good air circulation and avoid waterlogging to prevent fungal diseases like root rot and powdery mildew.