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Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes Seeds

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Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes Seeds: A Stunning Sapphire Display

Embrace the captivating beauty of Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes, a standout variety in the dwarf and vigorous Riviera series. Known for its early and abundant blooming, this variety features exquisite blue flowers with eye-catching white centers, making it an ideal choice for gardeners seeking to add a touch of vivid color and charm to their garden spaces.

Why Plant Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes?

  • 🌼 Striking Blue Blooms: Enjoy the stunning sapphire blue petals complemented by striking white 'eyes' that make each bloom pop against the green foliage.

  • 🌱 Compact and Mounded Growth: This variety maintains a neat, compact form, perfect for detailed garden designs, including borders, containers, and hanging baskets.

  • 🌞 Early and Prolific Flowering: One of the first to adorn the garden with color, Riviera Blue Eyes starts the season with a flourish of vibrant blooms.

Optimal Growing Conditions:

  • Sowing Time: Ideal for planting from spring to autumn, allowing for flexibility in gardening schedules and continuous displays throughout the growing seasons.

  • Sow Depth: Seeds should be lightly covered at a depth of 2 mm, ensuring they are not too deep to allow for adequate light penetration and successful germination.

  • Spacing: Space plants about 25 x 25 cm apart to give each individual enough room to flourish without overcrowding, promoting better health and visual appeal.

Garden Uses and Styling Tips:

  • Borders and Edging: The compact size and vibrant blooms make Riviera Blue Eyes perfect for creating colorful edges along pathways or garden beds.

  • Containers and Hanging Baskets: Their mounded habit and eye-catching blooms are ideal for overhead displays, bringing color to eye level in patios and balconies.

  • Mass Planting: Plant in groups to create a sea of blue in larger garden plots, providing a cooling effect during hot summer months.

Care Tips:

  • Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, especially in dry conditions, to keep plants healthy and vibrant.

  • Feeding: Apply a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season to support robust growth and prolific blooming.

  • Deadheading: Remove spent flowers occasionally to encourage continued blooming and extend the flowering period.

Brighten Your Garden with Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes:

Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes offers more than just stunning blooms; it provides a reliable and easy-to-maintain option for beautifying garden spaces. Whether you're designing a serene blue theme or adding a splash of color to mixed plantings, Riviera Blue Eyes brings beauty and vitality to any garden setting.

Ready to transform your garden with the dazzling blooms of Lobelia Riviera Blue Eyes? Plant your seeds today and enjoy a season filled with vibrant, breathtaking flowers!

Plant Information

Plant Type: Annual

Scientific Name: Lobelia erinus

Growing Information

General Sowing Time: Spring to Autumn

Position: Full Sun

Sow Depth: 2 mm

Spacing: 25 x 25 cm

Germination: 14 – 21 days

Height: 13cm

Spread: 20cm

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