Lobelia tupa

Devil's Tobacco

Herbaceous Perennial

Large-scale, sun-loving perennial produces showy red spires in summer that are a delight to hummingbirds, bee and butterflies. Drought tolerant; prefers sandy situation, but any well-drained soil will suffice.

Growing Conditions

Zone: 7, 8, 9, 10

Exposure: Full Sun, Afternoon Sun, Reflected Heat

Water Needs: Drought-tolerant, Average, Low

Description

Size: 36 - 72 tall x 36 - 60 wide
Shape / Form: Upright
Foliage Texture: Coarse, Medium
Foliage Quality: Coarse, Medium

Features: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Hummingbirds, Drought-tolerant / Water wise, Flowers, Long Blooming

Foliage Color: Silver / Gray, Green

Flower Color: Red
Bloom Season: Jul, Aug, Summer
Flower Shape: Spike /Spire


Uses and Applications

Landscape Uses: Beds and Borders, Hell Strip, Mixed Border
Special Situations: Low Water / No Water
Wildlife: Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds

More Design Considerations

Season of Interest: Summer, Late Summer / Early Fall
Plant Behavior: Suckers
Collections: Great Plant Pick

Care and Maintenance

Maintenance Level: medium

Plant Combos