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Edging Lobelia

3.3 out of 5 (3 experiences)

Blooms easily

Browns easily

Also known as

Garden lobelia and Trailing lobelia

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Lobelia erinus

Genus

Lobelia

Family

Campanulaceae

Order

Asterales

How to care for Edging Lobelia

💦 Water

How often to water your Edging Lobelia

Edging Lobelia needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Edging Lobelia in your home

Edging Lobelia love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Edging Lobelia does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Edging Lobelia in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Edging Lobelia

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Edging Lobelia: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Edging Lobelia after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Edging Lobelia is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Edging Lobelia →

Benefits of Growing Edging Lobelia →

Common Edging Lobelia Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Edging Lobelia →

Outdoor Care Guide for Edging Lobelia →

💦 Water Needs

Edging Lobelia prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Edging Lobelia Water Frequency →

Edging Lobelia Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Edging Lobelia requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Edging Lobelia Light Requirements →

Edging Lobelia Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Edging Lobelia is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Edging Lobelia is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Edging Lobelia Edible? →

Edging Lobelia Toxicity to Cats →

Edging Lobelia Toxicity to Dogs →

Edging Lobelia Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Edging Lobelia does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for Edging Lobelia →

Best Pots for Edging Lobelia →

When and How to Successfully Repot Edging Lobelia →

What Are Healthy Edging Lobelia Roots →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Edging Lobelia grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Edging Lobelia Lifecycle →

Edging Lobelia Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Edging Lobelia →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Edging Lobelia can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 10a-11b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Edging Lobelia Temperature Tolerance →

Edging Lobelia Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Edging Lobelia →

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How to Plant Edging Lobelia →

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Winter Care for Edging Lobelia →

Best Companion Plants for Edging Lobelia →

Is Edging Lobelia a Weed? →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Edging Lobelia, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.