Annuals | Perennials | Vegetables | Herbs | Home  Lobelia erinus compacta Crystal Palace Compacta Lobelia erinus compacta Crystal Palace Compacta Half-hardy Annual - Flowers: Late Spring to frost
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Height: 4 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Edging, Patio, Tubs
Description Dainty, deep blue flowers, the personification of the summer garden. Ball-shaped, very dwarf, compact plants. Primarily for edging or contrasting with another flower like alyssum but a group or bed can be a very effective foil to bright colors in sunshine. Useful for hanging baskets too. Flowers late spring to first frosts. Height: 4in. Sowing Instructions | Sowing time: | Indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost |
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Sow at 18-24C (65-75F) in a good seed sowing mix. Sow seed on surface of sowing mixt and gently firm down. Keep mix damp but not wet. Do not exclude light, sealing in a plastic bag after sowing is helpful. Germination usually takes 14-21 days. Growing Instructions When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant in bunches of 3 or 4 and grow on in cooler conditions. Gradually acclimatize to outdoor conditions for 10-15 days before planting outafter all risk of frost 10cm (4in) apart in a sunny spot in light moist soil. For pot plants, transplant the seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots, grow cool, well ventilated and give plenty of light, but shade from direct sun. Caution Harmful if eaten.
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