- Variety Info
- Sowing Info
Variety Info
Family: Campanulaceae
Native: Africa
Hardiness: Perennial in USDA zones 10–11; otherwise grown as an annual
Exposure: Full sun to part shade
Bloom Period: Spring to frost
Plant Dimensions: 6"–8" long
Variety Info: ½" flowers in blue, lilac, red, ruby, and white
Attributes: Attracts Beneficial Insects, Attracts Pollinators, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers
Sowing Info
When to Sow Outside: 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date. In Mild Climates, sow in late summer for winter color.
When to Start Inside: RECOMMENDED. 8 to 10 weeks before your average last frost date. Ideal soil temperature for germination is 60°–70°F.
Days to Emerge: 15–20 days
Seed Depth: Press lightly into surface
Seed Spacing: Sow in groups of 12–20 seeds, 4"–6" apart
Thinning: Not required.
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- JulieVerified ReviewerRated 3 out of 5 stars7/26/25Pretty but only blue
I bought these as I wanted the mixed colors and unfortunately, they are all blue. I sprinkle when I start seeds indoors and have six different bunches of plants throughout my garden beds so I know the packet is just blue - and that is the only reason why they lost two stars. They germinated fabulously and they are holding up in the hot sun and even if I miss a day or two or watering, they bounce right back.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/15/25Hey Julie,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. A flower might not bloom in the color you were expecting for several natural reasons, and it doesn’t necessarily mean something is wrong.
Soil conditions can play a role; certain flowers, like hydrangeas, change color based on soil pH and mineral content. Weather and temperature fluctuations, such as heatwaves or cold snaps, can impact pigment development and lead to muted or altered flower colors.
Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️ - Pat C.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/17/255 Stars
I grew this cultivar from you last year and it did very well. I started the seeds I recently purchased under grow lights and they have germinated and are waiting for me to transfer them to individual cells. They will move to a cold frame with heating coil and eventually to cold frame with no heat. I will then plant them in my yard sometime in early May.
- Luela S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars9/23/245 Stars
I love your seeds! They’re always spectacular! Thank you!
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - carol C.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars8/2/242 Stars
These were also attacked by the squirrel. They never lasted. I ordered them again and they did not grow. This time I used repellent on the outside of the container and the ground around it. The squirrel did not come back, these just did not grow. I was disappointed because I thought they looked like they would be very pretty. Also it has been a very, very hot and dry summer. I water early in the am and had to water again after the sun goes down because my soil moisture tester shows many of my plants as very dry.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests8/5/24Hey Carol,
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Lisa C.Verified BuyerRated 4 out of 5 stars7/14/244 Stars
Love these lobelia flowers except this year they germinated and grew to about an inch high and then something ate all of the sprouts. Got lucky last year though. They're great for hanging baskets and pots. Maybe I'll have better luck next year.
Which best describes you as a gardener? Expert