The hybrid Lobelias are sometimes called the Canadian Tetraploid Group. They began with the breeding program of Wray Bowden of Ontario. The complex crosses included L. cardinalis, L. siphilitica, and L. fulgens. The results were hardier plants and larger flowers, in a range of colors. North of Zone 5 a good winter mulch is helpful and division will keep the clumps vigorous.

Lobelia ‘Shrimp Salad’ is a real color break for Lobelias, the flowers are shades of salmon pink. The habit seems a little shorter than most of the hybrids.

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Part Shade-Sun / 2' / Zone4-8 / Summer Bloom / Quart Pots / $8.95 ea.

Lobelia ‘Russian Princess’ is a hybrid that has bright purple flowers but with purple-burgundy foliage.

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Part Shade-Sun / 2-3' / Zone4-8 / Summer Bloom / Quart Pots / $8.95 ea.