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Lobelia × speciosa 'Hadspen Purple' (PBR)
lobelia
Vivid purple flowers appear for an extended period in summer and autumn above purple flushed, light green foliage....
9cm pot
£5.99
£7.99
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3 × 9cm pots
£14.99
£19.99
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6 × 9cm pots
£27.75
£37.00
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2 litre pot
£14.99
£19.99
available to order from late spring
3 × 2 litre pots
£36.00
£48.00
available to order from late spring
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Plant description
Vivid purple flowers appear for an extended period in summer and autumn above purple flushed, light green foliage. A cottage garden favourite that looks great when planted in bold swathes throughout a mixed border. The flower spikes will act as a magnet to butterflies and bees.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Lobelia × speciosa Hadspen Purple (PBR):
Divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch.
Please note:
This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
Warning
Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant
