Lobelia Crystal Palace
Lobelia Crystal Palace hardy needs describing and is probably the most utilised variety by gardeners, seen almost everywhere, usually edging gardens / borders with vivid blue flowers and striking bronze foliage on ball-shaped, very dwarf, compact plants. Prefers a sunny position and can also be utilised very effectively in hanging baskets. Grows to a height of 6in. and a spread of 12in.
Cultivation Advice Lobelia Crystal Palace
- Sow 4-8 weeks prior to the last frost under cover with warmth at 18-24C (65-75F)
- in a good fine seed compost.
- Sow seeds on surface of compost and gently firm down the compost.
- Keep soil damp but not wet, sealing in a polythene bag after sowing is helpful to retain humidity
- and save watering whilst young.
- Do not exclude light.
- Germination takes 10-21 days depending on temperature.
- When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant in bunches to trays and grow on in cooler conditions.
- Gradually acclimatise to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting out after all risk of frost,
- 10cm (4in) apart in a sunny spot in light, moist soil.
