Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose'
Deep rose blooms, total drama
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Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose'
- Delivering deep rose blooms and total drama, Lobelia × speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' is a show-stopping addition to the summer garden. This lobelia demands attention with its vibrant, velvety flower spikes.
- It guarantees an exceptionally long flowering period, blooming continuously from July right through to October. This extended season provides invaluable late-summer colour when many other perennials are fading.
- Thriving in moisture-retentive soil, it is perfect for a moist, sunny spot or alongside a garden pond. The rich pink blooms create a striking reflection when planted near the water's edge.
- Showcasing fantastic, bronze-tinted foliage, the lush leaves create a beautiful contrast against the bright pink flowers. It grows with a strong, upright habit to around 90cm, making a striking vertical accent.
- This vibrant perennial is a brilliant wildlife benefactor, drawing bees and butterflies into the garden. It fits perfectly into cottage garden schemes or vibrant modern borders looking for a bold punch of colour.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Lobelia 'Starship Deep Rose' is perfect for 30 cm pots, provided it is kept moist in temperatures up to 25°C.
How big does it get?
Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' typically reaches a mature height of 60 cm and a spread of 30 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' requires full sun or partial shade to flourish.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' prefers deep, fertile, moist but well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
How much watering does this plant need?
The Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' thrives in consistently moist soil and should be watered generously, aiming for 2 to 3 cm of water per week, especially if temperatures rise above 20°C.
Will this plant need pruning?
No strict pruning is required, but Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' 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 speciosa 'Starship Deep Rose' has an RHS rating of H3, withstanding temperatures down to -5°C, meaning it is hardy in coastal and mild parts of the UK but requires winter protection elsewhere.
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