Dunn's Lobelia

Lobelia Dunnii

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Overview

The Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia dunnii) is a delicate perennial herbaceous plant. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade to full sun exposure. This species boasts slender stems up to 18 inches tall, adorned with narrow, lance-shaped leaves. Its standout feature are the striking, tubular blue-violet flowers that bloom prolifically in summer to early fall, offering a vibrant splash of color to rock gardens or as border plantings.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–10Climate Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — The Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia dunnii) is a delicate perennial herbaceous plant

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade to full sun exposure

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — This species boasts slender stems up to 18 inches tall, adorned with narrow, lance-shaped leaves

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — Its standout feature are the striking

Culture

Sun: Full, Half, Shade
Water: Low
USDA zones: 9–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Campanulaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

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Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — The Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia dunnii) is a delicate perennial herbaceous plant

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it prefers partial shade to full sun exposure

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — This species boasts slender stems up to 18 inches tall, adorned with narrow, lance-shaped leaves

Dunn's Lobelia (Lobelia Dunnii) — Its standout feature are the striking

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