Lobelia Starship Scarlet - Lobelia speciosa pink mullein it prefers moist

it prefers moist

Spread: 5'+ height when in bloom

and full sun

so be sure to pot it up unless you are in a coastal location or possibly Florida

in a pot or in the garden

Lobelia Starship Scarlet - Lobelia speciosa pink mullein it prefers moistThis lobelia really stands out with it's dark leaves, but still has the eye catching bright red flower stalks of Lobelia cardinalis. The care is typical of other lobelia. Consistently moist soil and full to partial sun is required if you want as many blooms as possible. By mid to late summer, 2 foot tall flower stalks will delight hummingbirds, bees and people. It tends to make abundant seeds, so if you're worried about the plant dying, sprinkle some