Lobelia bridgesii

Shrubs Herbaceous Perennial

A woody-based, semi-evergreen perennial which may become shrubby in milder areas or die down in colder winters. The strongly upright stems, up to 2m tall, are densely clothed in mid-green, lanceolate leaves up to 25cm long. In summer produces a spire of dusky, pale to dark pink, tubular flowers with a single lip divided into five fingers which often remain joined at the tips

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand

Max Height

1.5-2.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
2–5 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
1.5-2.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Clay Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Campanulaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
Harmful if eatenskin irritant. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. Pets: Harmful if eatenskin irritant. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
Genus
Lobelia can be annuals, perennials or shrubs, with simple leaves and showy 2-lipped flowers that may be solitary or in racemes or panicles
Name Status
Correct
Plant Range
Chile

How to Grow

Cultivation

Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position. Cover the crown with a dry mulch in winter

Propagation

Propagate by seed

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Wall side borders

Pruning

Cut back after flowering

Pests

May be susceptible to slugs and snails

Diseases

Generally disease-free