{"product_id":"lobelia-crystal-palace-violet-blue-flower-seeds-200-seeds","title":"Lobelia Crystal Palace Violet-Blue Flower Seeds | 200 Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"244\"\u003e💙 How to Grow \u0026amp; Care for Lobelia 'Crystal Palace' (Violet-Blue)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eThank you for choosing \u003cstrong data-start=\"269\" data-end=\"297\"\u003e'Crystal Palace' Lobelia\u003c\/strong\u003e! This classic heirloom lobelia is loved for its intense violet-blue flowers and deep bronze-green foliage. It makes a soft, trailing spill in baskets and a dreamy edge in garden beds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"483\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eWith a little patience at the start, you'll get a long season of color!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"559\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"561\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e🌿 Quick Facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"920\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"599\"\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eLobelia erinus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"616\" data-end=\"619\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"628\"\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender annual (perennial in warm zones)\u003cbr data-start=\"668\" data-end=\"671\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"671\" data-end=\"682\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8 in (10–20 cm)\u003cbr data-start=\"700\" data-end=\"703\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"703\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–12 in (20–30 cm), mounding\/trailling\u003cbr data-start=\"753\" data-end=\"756\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"756\" data-end=\"771\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring through fall\u003cbr data-start=\"796\" data-end=\"799\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"799\" data-end=\"812\"\u003eBest for:\u003c\/strong\u003e Borders, containers, hanging baskets, window boxes\u003cbr data-start=\"863\" data-end=\"866\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"866\" data-end=\"874\"\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun to part shade (prefers cooler light)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"922\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"958\"\u003e🗓 When to Plant (USA Guide)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"960\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eLobelia is cool-loving and slow to start, so begin early.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3 data-start=\"1019\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003eStart Indoors\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1037\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1073\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1039\" data-end=\"1071\"\u003e8–12 weeks before last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1074\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1076\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eMost zones = \u003cstrong data-start=\"1089\" data-end=\"1108\"\u003eFeb–Apr indoors\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-start=\"1110\" data-end=\"1133\"\u003eTransplant Outdoors\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\u003cli data-start=\"1134\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003eAfter last frost, once nights stay above \u003cstrong data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1191\"\u003e45°F \/ 7°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3 data-start=\"1193\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eDirect Sow Outdoors (only in mild climates)\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1241\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1243\" data-end=\"1280\"\u003eAfter frost, in cool spring weather\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1281\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1283\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eWorks best in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1308\"\u003eZone 8+\u003c\/strong\u003e or coastal climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1331\" data-end=\"1334\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"1336\" data-end=\"1358\"\u003e🌱 How to Sow Seeds\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1360\" data-end=\"1413\"\u003eLobelia seeds are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1396\"\u003etiny like dust\u003c\/strong\u003e—don't bury them!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003col data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1415\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1418\" data-end=\"1467\"\u003eFill trays\/pots with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1439\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003emoist seed-starting mix\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1471\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eSprinkle seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1504\"\u003eon the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1506\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1559\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1509\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eDo not cover\u003c\/strong\u003e (they need light to germinate).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1604\"\u003eYou can press gently to ensure contact.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1605\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1608\" data-end=\"1640\"\u003eMist with water or bottom-water.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1644\" data-end=\"1701\"\u003eCover with a clear dome or plastic wrap to hold humidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1705\" data-end=\"1726\"\u003eKeep bright and cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1728\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14–21 days\u003cbr data-start=\"1755\" data-end=\"1758\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1758\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003eIdeal temp:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003e65–70°F (18–21°C)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1795\" data-end=\"1798\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1834\"\u003eCooler temps help prevent stretch.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1836\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"1841\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e🌤 Light Needs\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1862\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003eBright light\u003c\/strong\u003e is key indoors: sunny window or grow light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1925\" data-end=\"1934\"\u003eOutdoors:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1937\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1939\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003eFull sun in cool climates\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2032\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003ePart shade in hot climates\u003c\/strong\u003e (afternoon shade is perfect)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2079\"\u003eToo much heat + harsh sun can slow flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"2081\" data-end=\"2084\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"2086\" data-end=\"2100\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2145\"\u003eLobelia likes even moisture—never bone-dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2147\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2149\" data-end=\"2188\"\u003eKeep soil \u003cstrong data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2176\"\u003elightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e, not soggy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2191\" data-end=\"2223\"\u003eIn containers, water more often.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2224\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2226\" data-end=\"2273\"\u003eMulch in ground plantings to preserve moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2336\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2283\"\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e If plants wilt, water quickly—they bounce back fast!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"2338\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"2343\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e🌾 Soil\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2355\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2404\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2357\" data-end=\"2385\"\u003eRich, well-draining soil\u003c\/strong\u003e gives best blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2405\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2407\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003eAdd compost or a gentle all-purpose potting mix.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2456\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2519\"\u003epH neutral to slightly acidic is great, but they're flexible.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"2521\" data-end=\"2524\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"2526\" data-end=\"2554\"\u003e✂️ Pinching \u0026amp; Maintenance\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2556\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2558\" data-end=\"2628\"\u003eWhen seedlings are 1–2 inches tall, \u003cstrong data-start=\"2594\" data-end=\"2608\"\u003epinch tips\u003c\/strong\u003e for bushier growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2629\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2702\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2631\" data-end=\"2651\"\u003eDeadhead lightly\u003c\/strong\u003e or shear back by ⅓ in midsummer to refresh blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2705\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003eIf it gets leggy, a quick trim brings a fresh flush of flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"2770\" data-end=\"2773\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"2775\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e🌸 Feeding\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2848\"\u003eLobelia is a steady bloomer and appreciates light feeding:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2850\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2852\" data-end=\"2917\"\u003eUse a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2858\" data-end=\"2888\"\u003ebalanced liquid fertilizer\u003c\/strong\u003e every \u003cstrong data-start=\"2895\" data-end=\"2908\"\u003e2–3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e in pots.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2918\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2920\" data-end=\"2962\"\u003eIn garden beds, compost is usually enough.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"2964\" data-end=\"3023\"\u003eAvoid heavy high-nitrogen feeds (too leafy, fewer flowers).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"3025\" data-end=\"3028\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"3030\" data-end=\"3062\"\u003e🐛 Common Issues (Easy Fixes)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3145\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3064\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eLeggy seedlings\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003e→ Too warm or not enough light. Keep cooler + bright light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3263\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3147\" data-end=\"3176\"\u003eSlow bloom in summer heat\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3176\" data-end=\"3179\"\u003e→ Normal. Give afternoon shade + consistent moisture. Blooms return when temps cool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3265\" data-end=\"3279\"\u003eMildew\/rot\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3279\" data-end=\"3282\"\u003e→ Too wet + bad airflow. Let surface dry slightly between watering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3354\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"3356\" data-end=\"3386\"\u003e❄️ Overwintering (Optional)\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3388\" data-end=\"3538\"\u003eIn warm climates (\u003cstrong data-start=\"3406\" data-end=\"3419\"\u003eZone 9–11\u003c\/strong\u003e), lobelia may survive as a short-lived perennial.\u003cbr data-start=\"3469\" data-end=\"3472\"\u003eIn colder zones, treat as an annual or take cuttings before frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"3540\" data-end=\"3543\"\u003e\u003ch2 data-start=\"3545\" data-end=\"3580\"\u003e🌟 Pro Tip for Gorgeous Displays\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3582\" data-end=\"3658\"\u003ePlant lobelia in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3599\" data-end=\"3611\"\u003eclusters\u003c\/strong\u003e for that “carpet of blue” look, and pair with:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3756\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3659\" data-end=\"3676\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3661\" data-end=\"3676\"\u003ewhite alyssum\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3677\" data-end=\"3694\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3679\" data-end=\"3694\"\u003epink petunias\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3695\" data-end=\"3718\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3718\"\u003esilver dusty miller\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3719\" data-end=\"3756\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3756\"\u003eor dark foliage plants for contrast\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Srk Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50323457999205,"sku":"F034","price":9.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/7627\/8373\/files\/3_a0b08d39-2649-44eb-931a-fcd884450fe7.png?v=1787648396","url":"https:\/\/handycove.com\/products\/lobelia-crystal-palace-violet-blue-flower-seeds-200-seeds","provider":"Handycove","version":"1.0","type":"link"}