Starship Deep Rose Lobelia
Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose'
Pronunciation: low-BEE-lee-uh spee-see-OH-suh
SKU #31755
| Description | Spires of fan-shaped, deep rose flowers appear over skirts of shiny green foliage midsummer through early fall. An excellent fast-growing, compact choice for containers or gardens with moist soil. Adored by hummingbirds and butterflies. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Light | Full sun, Partial sun |
| Watering | Water regularly to maintain evenly moist soil - weekly, or more often. |
| Blooms | Mid Summer through Early Fall |
| Mature Size | Quickly reaches 20 to 24 in. tall, 6 to 8 in. wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
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| Special Features | Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Easy Care, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Erosion Control, Very Wet Areas |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Solomon's Seal (Polygonatum); Phlox (Phlox); Speedwell (Veronica); Lupine (Lupinus); Viola (Viola) |
| Care | Easily grown in rich organic soils. Tolerates wet spots. Protect from the harsh afternoon sun. Mulch to conserve moisture and protect the roots. Cut back at end of bloom season. Prune old, faded foliage before new leaves emerge. Fertilize when new growth appears in spring. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-10
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