Lobelia Trailing Sapphire Seeds

Lobelia erinus is a breathtaking variety that features deep sapphire-blue flowers with contrasting white eyes.

 

Its cascading habit and vibrant blooms make it a striking choice for hanging baskets, window boxes, and containers, where it spills elegantly over edges.

 

The name Lobelia honours the botanist Matthias de Lobel, while erinus refers to its fine, graceful growth habit. This variety is prized for its vibrant colour, making it a favourite for summer garden displays.

 

Trailing up to 30-40 cm, Lobelia Trailing Sapphire forms dense, cascading plants that bloom profusely from early summer to autumn.

 

It is ideal for creating texture and colour in mixed arrangements or as a standalone feature in hanging planters. This easy-to-grow variety attracts pollinators, adding wildlife-friendly beauty to your garden.

 

Seed Qty: 1500

 

Sow: January - April (indoors)

Germination: 10 - 21 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil, neutral to slightly acidic pH

Height: Trails 30 - 40 cm

Flowering: June - October

Companion Plants: Petunias, alyssum, trailing verbena

Avoid Planting With: Plants needing very dry conditions

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds indoors from January to April. Scatter seeds thinly onto the surface of moist, well-drained compost in trays or pots. Do not cover the seeds, as they require light to germinate. Maintain a temperature of 15-20°C and keep the soil consistently moist. Germination typically occurs within 10-21 days.

 

When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into individual pots or modules. Harden off young plants gradually by placing them outdoors during the day for a week before planting out after the last frost. Space plants 10-15 cm apart in their final position.

 

Lobelia Trailing Sapphire thrives in full sun to partial shade and requires regular watering to maintain evenly moist soil. Deadheading spent blooms will encourage continuous flowering throughout the summer.

 

This stunning and low-maintenance variety is perfect for gardeners who want to create cascading displays of intense colour. Lobelia Trailing Sapphire’s vibrant blue flowers and elegant trailing form make it a must-have for enhancing the beauty of any garden space.