Techno®
Lobelia erinus 'Techno Upright Dark Blue'
Lobelia
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
- Deep blue-purple or cobalt blooms with a contrasting white center
- Upright and mounding
- Ideal for hanging baskets, containers, or flower beds
Blooms all Season
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Fast Growing
Hanging Basket
Heat Tolerant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Easily grown in enriched soil with regular moisture. Do not allow the plant to dry out completely as it will effect the plants overall appearance. Can withstand full sun in cooler summer regions but will need some shade in warmer regions. May be sheared lightly mid-season to rejuvenate and promote continued bloom. Fertilize every 7-14 days.
Height: 6-12 in
Spread: 16-22 in
Spacing: 12-15 in
Bloom Color: Blue
Zone: 9-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Fast Growing
- Heat Tolerant
- Mass Planting
- Container
- Blooms all Season
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Hanging Basket
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Lobelia (Techno)
Common Name: Lobelia
Electric colors come alive on this earliest blooming of the lobelias. The intensely colored, semi-trailing flowers form a stunning display and continue to thrive through the summer heat. A great choice for containers, hanging baskets, and borders.