Although Lobelia erinus is technically a tender perennial that may survive the winter in USDA zones 10-11, it is most often grown as an annual that is discarded at the end of its bloom ti… See more

Many plants go by the common name of "lobelia." Some are hardy perennials, others are cultivars of the tender perennial Lobelia erinus, which is usually grown as an annual. … See more

Like most annual flowers, it's easy and economical to grow lobelia from seed. You will have more success with seeds than propagating lobelia in other ways. You'll also often h… See more

Lobelia is typically used to edge the front of a flower border, but it is also heavily used in a container garden or can be seen spilling over the sides of a hanging basket. Lobelia prefers moi… See more