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Spring–Autumn
Trailing Lobelia
Lobelia erinus
Family: Campanulaceae
Green & Freshvery faintfresh
SeasonSpring–Autumn
OriginSouthern Africa
IntensityVery Faint
LifespanAnnual
About This Flower
Green & Fresh · Spring–Autumn bloomer
Garden lobelia creates waterfalls of tiny electric-blue, white, or deep purple flowers from containers and hanging baskets all summer, its fresh, slightly sharp scent mingling with warm air.
Symbolism & Meaning
distinction, contrast
In the Victorian language of flowers, trailing lobelia means “Distinction”.
Habitat & Environment
Southern Africa
Trailing Lobelia is native to Southern Africa.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NameLobelia erinus
- FamilyCampanulaceae
- Native ToSouthern Africa
- Bloom SeasonSpring–Autumn
- LifespanAnnual
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