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Pale Spiked Lobelia Seeds

Lobelia spicata

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HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting on the surface of the soil since these seeds need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. To start indoors, sow the seed 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring and keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Transplant the seedlings as soon as they can safely be handled and there is no chance of frost.

Growing: Keep seedlings well watered and control weeds. These plants appreciate moisture, but also grow well in average soil. To encourage bushier growth, pinch back the stems before they bloom. These plants may self-sow in good growing conditions. Mature plants can be divided in early spring. These flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, and flourish near ponds or streams.

Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.

Seed Saving: As soon as the flowers fade, watch the seed heads carefully since the tiny seed can easily blow away in the wind. Shake the seed heads over a container to remove the ripe seed; repeat until all the seed has ripened. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Lobelia spicata

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 90,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

Pale Spiked Lobelia Seeds 5.0
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Great price and packaging thanks!

Size Price Quantity
XL Mylar Packet (~200 Seeds) $3.96 -+
1/64 Oz Mylar (0.44g) $9.60 -+
1/16 Oz Mylar (1.77g) $28.80 -+
1/4 Oz Mylar (7.09g) $84.00 -+
1 Oz Mylar (~90,000 Seeds) $240.00 Notify Me
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DESCRIPTION

Developing on willowy stems, these pale flowers add delicate beauty to any native planting. This perennial is not as showy as some other Lobelias, but still attracts hummingbirds and butterflies with its tubular flowers.
This plant's genus name of Lobelia honors Flemish botanist Mathias de Lobel, who studied medicinal uses for plants. The species name "spicata" means "spiked" and refers to the slender stems.

HOW TO GROW

Sowing: Direct sow in late fall, planting on the surface of the soil since these seeds need light to germinate. For spring planting, mix the seed with moist sand and store it in the refrigerator for 60 days before planting. To start indoors, sow the seed 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring and keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Transplant the seedlings as soon as they can safely be handled and there is no chance of frost.

Growing: Keep seedlings well watered and control weeds. These plants appreciate moisture, but also grow well in average soil. To encourage bushier growth, pinch back the stems before they bloom. These plants may self-sow in good growing conditions. Mature plants can be divided in early spring. These flowers attract hummingbirds and butterflies, and flourish near ponds or streams.

Harvesting: These blossoms do not perform well as cut flowers, and are best enjoyed outdoors.

Seed Saving: As soon as the flowers fade, watch the seed heads carefully since the tiny seed can easily blow away in the wind. Shake the seed heads over a container to remove the ripe seed; repeat until all the seed has ripened. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.

FAST FACTS

Latin Name: Lobelia spicata

Species Origin: US Native Wildflower

Type: Native Wildflowers

Life Cycle: Perennial

USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

US Regions: Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast

Seeds per Ounce: 90,000

Stratification: Cold/Wet for 8 Weeks

Germination Ease: Stratify 8 Weeks

Sunlight: Full Sun, Part Sun

Height: 24 Inches

Color: White, Purple

Bloom Season: Blooms Late Spring, Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer

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Global Rating: 5.00 from 1 reviews
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Great price and packaging thanks!