Seeds
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are untreated, open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
Great Blue Lobelia Seeds
Great Blue Lobelia Seeds
Our own farm-grown Great Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica) seeds for organic growing.
All seeds are grown on our farm without the use of chemicals; and are open-pollinated, hybrid-free and GMO-free.
1 pkg (approx 60-80 seeds)
Common Names
Great Blue Lobelia, Great Lobelia
Botanical Name
Lobelia siphilitica
Plant Family
Campanulaceae (Bellflower Family)
Native Range
Eastern and central Canada and US
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
4-9
Habit
To 3ft tall and 2ft wide. Showy blue flowers on sturdy flower spikes. Blooms August to October. A good plant to attract beneficial insects.
Sun/Soil
Prefers moist to soggy soil, and a semi-shaded location.
Germination/Sowing
Seeds germinate easily and can be direct sown in fall or spring, or started in flats in the spring and then transplanted.
Growing/Care
Plants can be cut back in fall time. Needs regular watering during the growing season.
Harvesting
N/A
Culinary Uses
None known.
Medicinal Uses
Used traditionally by indigenous groups of eastern North America for the treatment of infections.
Themes
Woodland Garden, Apothecary Garden, Low Maintenance, Deer Resistant, Attracts Pollinators.