Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy'
Burning claret plumes
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Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy'
- Lobelia flowers are the epitome of striking and 'Starship Burgundy' is no exception. Its upright starry flower spikes in burning burgundian shades are utterly captivating.
- Set against a canvas of rich green leaves which sometimes boast a faint red margin, the intense hues of the flowers are really brought to the fore.
- The smouldering blooms look fantastic in cut flower arrangements, especially when paired alongside textural companions like ferns. This combo would also look brilliant as a patio pot arrangement.
- With its preference for consistently moist soil, lobelias such as this one make for excellent bog garden plants.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' can be grown in a 30 cm pot, provided the soil is kept consistently moist (especially above 25°C).
How big does it get?
Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' grows to an eventual height of 60cm and a spread of 45cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish (at least three hours of direct sunlight per day).
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' prefers deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
How much watering does this plant need?
Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' thrives in consistently moist soil and should be watered generously, aiming for two to three centimetres of water per week, especially if temperatures rise above 20°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' generally benefits from deadheading faded flowers to encourage further blooming and cutting back dead foliage in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Lobelia 'Starship Burgundy' is hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters (H5), withstanding temperatures down to -15°C, but benefits from a dry winter mulch.
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