***Will Be Ready In September***

Common Name: Blue Lobelia

Scientific Name: Lobelia siphilitica

Type of Plant: Herbaceous perennial

Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade

Soil Requirements: Moist, rich, well-draining soil

Moisture Requirements: Prefers consistent moisture, can tolerate wet conditions

Season of Interest: Late summer to fall

Height: Typically 2-3 feet tall

Width: 1-2 feet wide

Flower Color: Bright blue to violet flowers

Ideal Planting Locations: Wetlands, rain gardens, along pond edges, and moist garden areas

Benefits for the Area: Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies; provides striking late-season color; supports pollinator populations with its nectar-rich flowers.

Medicinal Uses: Historically used by Native Americans for various medicinal purposes, including as a treatment for syphilis.

Edible Uses: Not commonly consumed, primarily used for ornamental and medicinal purposes.

Host Plant for:

• Various butterflies and moths

Spring Care: Remove any dead growth from the previous year; ensure the soil remains consistently moist.

Summer Care: Water regularly to maintain moderate to high moisture levels; deadhead spent flowers to promote more blooms.

Fall Care: Cut back the plant after the first frost; mulch around the base to protect roots during winter.

Winter Care: Blue Lobelia is hardy and typically requires minimal care during winter; ensure mulch remains in place to provide root protection.