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Lobelia × speciosa ‘Russian Princess’
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Lobelia × speciosa ‘Russian Princess’


Hybrid Lobelia

 USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.328.040


Similar to our native Cardinal Flower, this selection of Lobelia forms a low mound of deep burgundy-purple foliage. Taller spikes are produced in midsummer, bearing wands of screaming magenta-pink blooms. A magnet for hummingbirds. Excellent in containers, moist borders or at the waterside. Not always long-lived, but always dramatic.

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Lobelia × speciosa ‘Russian Princess’


Optimal Growing
Conditions		 Appearance and
Characteristics
Sun Exposure
  Full Sun or
  Partial Shade
Soil Type
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Easy 		Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall
Foliage Color
  Purple Black
  Red
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Woodland
Height
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Spread
   30-45 cm
   12-18 inches
Foot Traffic
   None
Growth Rate
   Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.