Lobelia is one of the most beautiful border flowers that can decorate any flower bed, thanks to which it is actively used in landscape design. Growing flower seedlings from seeds at home is not an easy task, the plant requires proper care throughout the entire growth process.
First you need to decide which lobelia will bloom in your summer cottage - annual or perennial.
The most popular varieties annual Lobelia are: Fountain Blue, Sapphire, White and Royal Palace, Red Cascade and Crystal Palace. 
perennial varieties of lobelia are represented by such varieties as: Fiery, Cardinal, Cozy Corner, Syphilitica. 
It is important to focus on the following points:
As for the color of lobelia, you should know this:
How to plant lobelia seedlings
Before you start planting lobelia seeds, you need to decide on the timing of planting. Then prepare the soil mixture and planting containers.
When to plant seedlings
Lobelia seeds should be planted for seedlings at the end of winter - starting from the last week of February and throughout March. However, some particularly advanced gardeners sow seeds as early as January, but in this case, the flower will need additional lighting, otherwise the seedlings will develop very slowly and stretch. Therefore, the timing and time of planting lobelia for seedlings also depend on the capabilities of the grower.
According to the lunar calendar in 2019
It can help you choose the best date for sowing seeds Moon calendar.
Lobelia can be either an annual (summer) or perennial plant, for each of which their dates are lunar calendar. However, most often (in conditions of cold and harsh winters), it is grown as an annual plant.
So auspicious days for sowing annual lobelia in 2019 according to the lunar calendar are:
- in January - 17-19, 23-27;
- in February - 6-8, 11-17, 21-25;
- in March - 12-17, 19-20;
- in April - 6-8, 11-13, 15-17; 29-30;
- in May - 8-17, 21-23, 26-28;
- in June - 1, 2, 5, 6, 9-13, 16-20;
- in July - 8-10.
Auspicious days for sowing perennial (biennial) lobelia in 2019 according to the lunar calendar are:
- in January - 14-19, 23-27;
- in February - 11-13, 20-25;
- in March - 12-17, 19, 20, 27-30;
- in April - 6-8, 11-13, 15-17, 24-26, 29, 30;
- in May - 6-8, 10-17, 21-23, 26-28, 31;
- in June - 1, 2, 5, 6, 9-13, 16-20, 27-30;
- in July - 8-12, 25-31.
Unfavorable days according to the lunar calendar for 2019 for sowing lobelia are the following dates:
- in January - 5, 6, 21;
- in February - 4, 5, 19;
- in March - 6, 7, 21;
- in April - 5, 19;
- in May - 5, 19;
- in June - 3, 4, 17;
- in July - 2, 3, 17.
According to the lunar calendar from the magazine "1000 tips for summer residents."
Capacity and substrate
The capacity for sowing lobelia is not of fundamental importance. It can be both plastic containers, pots and cups, as well as special cassettes for seedlings or even boxes for milk or kefir.
Naturally, lobelia can also be planted in peat tablets.
For growing seedlings of lobelia, loose, airy and non-acidic soil is needed. If you don't feel like the hassle of making your own, buy an all-purpose growing medium from a garden supply store.
By the way! If you are preparing the soil for seedlings of lobelia with your own hands, then be sure to do not forget to disinfect it, however, as well as bought in a store. For example, warm in the oven (or steam in the microwave) and spill with a solution of the drug .
Recipe for home cooking nutrient substrate for planting lobelia:
- 1/4 humus;
- 2/4 high peat;
- 1/4 sand.
Direct landing
Sowing seeds of lobelia is carried out exclusively superficially. Do not bury them inside the soil.
Note! Lobelia seeds are very small, so experienced flower growers recommend mixing them with sand to subsequently evenly distribute over the landing tank.
A popular and quite interesting way of planting lobelia for seedlings is to sow seeds on snow. This is very easy to do (unless, of course, there is snow outside your window): you just need to place the seeds on top of the snow. The snow will begin to melt gradually, and the seeds themselves will be drawn into the ground.
Another intricate way: wet the tip with water toothpicks, then dip into the seeds and every 2 cm, turning the toothpick a little, touch it to the ground.
A more traditional method of planting is to spill seeds from previously folded sheet of paper.
Whichever way you sow the seeds, the last step is to shelter pre-sprayed soil with crops in a plastic container lid or plastic wrap (you can even cover with glass if you prefer).
Important! You need to put the container only on a warm and not blown window sill. It is impossible for young crops of lobelia to be disturbed by drafts.
Video: how to grow lobelia from seeds - planting
How to care for lobelia seedlings after planting
It takes 5 to 10 days to wait for the first friendly shoots of lobelia, although it usually takes less than a week if you did everything right when sowing.
Experienced gardeners advise in the first days after the emergence of seedlings of lobelia, it is imperative to use special lamps for supplementary illumination. It can be both expensive phytolamps and more economical LED ones.
The temperature at which lobelia seedlings grow well at home is + 20-.. + 22 degrees.
By the way! Do not forget to regularly remove the collected condensate on the lid.
As the seedlings grow, the cover (film) should be gradually removed. Starting from 10-20 minutes in the morning and in the evening, gradually bringing this time to several hours, and then, when the sprouts finally get stronger, it can already be completely removed.
Lobelia is a very moisture-loving plant, but you should know that it has very fragile roots, which, moreover, are located in the uppermost layers of the earth.
Video: how to grow lobelia - seedling care
Watering and feeding
Proper watering Lobelia sprouts that have just appeared are carried out with a small spoon along the edges of the container, in no case on plants (therefore, the use of a sprayer in the first days of a plant's life is not recommended).
Do not forget that the water for irrigation should be settled and warm.
Do not let the earth dry out, otherwise the small plant will not be able to survive and will quickly die.
It is very convenient to monitor the humidity according to the state of the sand.
Advice! Methods for watering lobelia seedlings:
- from a pharmacy syringe by removing the needle.
- medical syringe;
- pouring water into the tray.
As a rule, young crops of lobelia seedlings do not need top dressing and fertilizer. However, growing seedlings should be protected from diseases with the biopreparation "Gliocladin", which suppresses various infections in the soil. The application rate is 1 tablet per 300-400 ml. soil. The tablet is laid directly into the ground with seedlings in a free area.
Worth knowing! Too much moisture in the soil can lead to black leg, which can no longer be cured, you can only get rid of the affected seedlings as soon as possible in order to save the seedlings untouched by the disease.
picking
Lobelia seedlings should be picked when they have 2-3 leaves. It is imperative that this be done bundles 5-10 sprouts. As a tool, you can use the most common teaspoon or any other device.
For better survival of pickled seedlings, it can be shed with a preparation Energen. Consumption - 1 ml. funds (or 15 drops) per 2 liters of water.
Video: picking lobelia seedlings
Pinching for lush flowering
When the height of lobelia seedlings reaches 5-7 cm and it already has 5-6 true leaves, you can pinch the tops of the plants, which will favorably affect the more magnificent formation and flowering of the bushes.
Advice! And it is better not to pinch, namely to cut with sharp scissors.
When and how to plant lobelia seedlings in open ground
Before planting lobelia seedlings in open ground, you need to take care of its hardening. When the air temperature warms up to +11-14 degrees, start taking the landing containers outside, first for 20-30 minutes, and then for longer periods.
Lobelia seedlings can be planted both in open ground and in pots or balcony boxes. And you can sit down and leave at home. Planting is carried out, as in a pick, that is, in groups (bundles), at a distance of about 15-20 cm. The timing of planting lobelia seedlings in open ground varies depending on the climate of the region. That is why you can start planting it from the end of May to mid-June.
Note! Please note that the flower does not tolerate direct sunlight and severe drought. Therefore, it is necessary to choose the right place for its further maintenance and cultivation.
Thus, growing lobelia from seeds at home is not a trivial process, but more than pays for itself in the future. The seedlings that have gained strength during the growth period will surely delight you with their colors throughout the summer.
Video: we plant a fabulous lobelia flower for seedlings
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Every gardener wants his site to look smart and bright. Flowers are great for this. However, in the spring there is often no time to grow whimsical ornamental plants. There is a great way out - purchase lobelia seeds in advance. This is an elegant and bright plant that requires almost no care. Lobelia willingly blooms in a variety of places, calmly tolerates the conditions of a shady flower bed and pleases the eye until autumn. Today we will talk about when to sow lobelia for seedlings.
lobelia seeds
First of all, the seeds themselves cause difficulties - they are very small, almost dusty. If you bought a large bag containing 1 g of seeds, then you can grow up to 50,000 roots. It is clear that such an amount is rarely required. Therefore, manufacturers rush to the aid of gardeners and produce seeds in granules. Each ball contains from 5 to 8 seeds, it is very convenient to distribute them in a seedling box. By leaving enough space between the granules, you will avoid the tedious picking of many small plants. We have not yet answered the main question, when to sow lobelia for seedlings. You should not rush, because with a lack of sun and heat, the seedlings can stretch out or die. The ideal time is mid-March. It takes about 10 weeks from sowing to flowering, so bright flowers will decorate your garden as early as June.
Focus primarily on the climatic features of the region in which you live. The sooner stable warm weather sets in, the sooner you can start planting. Therefore, the question of when to sow lobelia for seedlings is decided individually. If you have it, then sowing can be done as early as January-February, in order to send the material outside with the first spring rays, followed by planting in open ground.
We select the soil
The seeds of this plant are very small, so when you need to sow lobelia seedlings, you should first pick optimal soil. The use of large fractions and too heavy soil is unacceptable. The main requirements are looseness, lightness and neutral acid composition of the soil. It is most convenient to buy the mixture in the store, any will do composition for indoor plants. You can also prepare a home substrate. To do this, take 2 parts of soddy land, 2 parts of humus or compost, the same amount of non-acidic peat and 1 part of fine river sand. The entire mixture must be sifted through a garden sieve, and then stored in a bag or a closed greenhouse. As needed, you can collect it in pots or boxes.
Seedling disease prevention
So, you already know when to sow lobelia for seedlings. Three days before the expected date, you need to bring the land home. A day later, when it warms up, it is necessary to fill it in a box and pour boiling water over it. After this, the soil should be watered with a fungicide solution to prevent blackleg disease. Now let the soil dry out a little. On the third day, she will be ready for planting seeds.
Landing features
Seeds that look like dust particles are very difficult to distribute evenly. It’s good if this work is for an experienced gardener, but when a beginner has to sow ampelous lobelia, then mistakes cannot be avoided. Usually they try to sow in the traditional way, distributing the seeds with a pinch. At the same time, after 2 weeks you will see a green cap of friendly and very small shoots, which you will not have enough strength or patience to pick up. The only thing that soothes is that lobelia is not afraid of crowding and grows well even in such conditions. It can also be planted in the ground in bunches. But if you want to get neat plants, then it is better to buy seeds in granules.
Other landing methods
The gardener comes to the aid of a method of mixing small seeds with dry river sand. So you can get a more uniform sowing and avoid thickening. Be sure to attach a label with the variety name and date, especially if you are planting multiple varieties.
Do not forget that the seeds are distributed over the surface and are not sprinkled with earth. They should only be sprayed with water and covered with glass. Do not forget to turn it over several times a day, as drops of condensate are detrimental to seedlings.
With this method of planting, it is very difficult to keep track of the condition of the soil - it either dries up, or, on the contrary, is excessively moist after watering. Therefore, gardeners have invented another way. By the time you are going to sow lobelia, stock up on transparent packaging boxes. If they are solid, then holes should be made in the top and bottom covers.
The sowing scheme is simple - just fill the boxes with earth, place the seeds and treat them once from the sprayer with water. Then close the boxes plastic lids and place them in a shallow tray. Under such conditions, condensation will not form on the lid, there will always be an influx of fresh air. Watering the seedlings is also very simple, just pour a little water into the pan, and it will be absorbed through the bottom holes. It is clearly visible through the transparent walls. After about a month, the seedlings grow to the lid of the box, now you can open it and thin out the plants.
picking
Everyone decides when to sow lobelia. The deadline is the beginning of May, when the seeds are placed directly in the open ground (you can cover the bed with a film). But in this case, the plants will not bloom before mid-summer. This option is convenient in that it is not required to make a pick and drop. Please note that at first the seedlings develop slowly, as it grows root system. By the way, picking can also be done in different ways. Tiny tender plants are very difficult to transplant one at a time with a toothpick, so feel free to arm yourself with a teaspoon. With this tool, you can pick up a piece of land with a bunch of seedlings and transfer it to a new area. It can be an individual or a common planting pot. It is advisable to grow the pickled seedlings in a cool place at a temperature of +16 degrees.
We care about the shape of future plants
Before landing in the ground is still far away, and you need to take care of the appearance of future bushes now. The exception is the ampelous form, their beauty is just in long lashes. Bush lobelia needs to be pinched or trimmed so that the bushes are compact and lush. When the plants reach about 5 cm in height, it's time to start. It is difficult to pinch each of them, so take scissors and cut the tops of the seedlings.
Landing in the ground
The period when you need to sow lobelia for seedlings can also be determined empirically. It is enough to plant the seeds in several pots with an interval of a couple of weeks. But as soon as warm weather sets in (usually, this is the end of May or the beginning of June), you can start planting plants in the ground. If there is a film greenhouse, then you can do this already in mid-April, after stretching the film and warming up the ground. Landing also occurs in small bunches, which are distributed at a short distance from each other.
plant care
When planting lobelia, choose a sunny place or partial shade (with both options, you will get bright flower bed). The timing of flowering directly depends on when to sow lobelia. Reviews of gardeners suggest that the best option is sowing in early March. Then, from June to September, a rug pleases the garden.
You should not be zealous with fertilizers - an excess of organic matter adversely affects flowering. But the green mass will grow in all its splendor. However, there is a slight nuance here. At the end of the summer it is worth producing abundant top dressing organic fertilizers. This will give new growth of shoots that will actively bloom in the fall.
All summer your flower bed needs attention. As soon as flowering becomes weaker, it is necessary to cut off the ends of the stems. So the bushes will be more magnificent, besides, it activates the color.
planting material
Lobelia is loved by many gardeners for its unpretentiousness, brightness and long flowering. Therefore, in the fall it is worth thinking about stocking up on seeds for next year. If you have an ordinary, non-double variety of lobelia in your garden, then there is nothing wrong with that - just shake out the ripened seeds from the boxes. This can be done when you clean up your flower beds and pull out mature plants.
Terry plants are propagated by cuttings. For this, the bushes bought in nurseries are transplanted into a pot in the fall. The plant overwinters on light, cool window sills. At the end of winter, when it gives side shoots, it is cut and new plants are grown.
Summing up, we can say that lobelia is a very popular plant, without which it is difficult to imagine. Following the advice of professionals, you can grow it without much difficulty.
With the help of lobelia in the garden, you can create light beautiful clouds of small flowers. In open ground, this plant is planted as an annual. To get beautiful abundant flowering Lobelia is planted throughout the summer in early spring at home for seedlings, and then transferred to a permanent place. When determining the sowing date, they are guided by weather conditions, and are also guided by the recommendations of the lunar calendar.
general description
Lobelia - beautiful flowering plant, which belongs to the Kolokolchikov family. A flower can grow in any conditions, but the most comfortable for a plant is a subtropical climate. You can plant lobelia in open ground with seedlings and seeds, but in the conditions of the Russian climate, a seedling method of growing is preferable.
When decorating landscape designs they use mainly an annual culture, as it has a more abundant and beautiful flowering. Perennial varieties are less colorful and bright.
On a note!
Some varieties have not only a decorative purpose, but also a medicinal one. It is used in the treatment of colds and inflammation of the lungs.
It is not difficult to grow lobelia on your site, the culture is unpretentious. Lobelia is planted with seeds or grown in seedlings.
Bush varieties are represented by low plants (up to 20 cm). Some varieties grow up to 1.5 meters. The bush takes on a spherical shape. The plant consists of thin branched stems from the base. Leaves are lanceolate. The variety of colors is amazing. The flowers are small (up to 2 cm), but they are formed on the shoots a lot.
The culture blooms in early to mid-June. Flowering continues until autumn. After the flowers fall off, numerous seed pods form in their place. If they are collected and properly stored, then you can grow a flower from them for 3 years.
Types of lobelia
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There are more than 300 types of lobelia, the specifics of care depend on the choice of a plant for your site. Perennial crops are monitored and cared for throughout the year. But annual varieties require care only in summer. It is an annual plant that is common on the territory of Russia.
The most popular varieties of lobelia.
- Erinus. It has a bright blue or purple color.
- The thinnest. Flowers with blue, white and lilac flowers are common.
- Strong. It is distinguished by strong stems and leaves with bright flowering.
All annual crops can be divided into two types: ampelous and bush. The latter are represented by small bushes up to 15 cm high, which are strewn with abundant flowers. Ampel varieties fall down beautifully, shoots reach 35 cm. Many small flowers form on the bottom.
On a note!
With the help of blue and white lobelia, you can easily create the composition of a small reservoir, for example, a stream.
Comfortable conditions for growth
Despite the unpretentiousness to the choice of soil, the culture itself is capricious. For its growth, choose a lighted place, but without prolonged exposure to direct sunlight. Daylight hours should be at least 12-14 hours.
Young lobelia seedlings do not tolerate temperature changes in the first 2-3 weeks after germination. In the room where the containers are located, it should not drop to 18 ° C. Already in an older adult, a decrease in temperature will not have a too negative effect on the growth of lobelia.
Excess and lack of moisture adversely affect the growth of lobelia. Watering should be moderate. Before planting organize a drainage layer.
There are no strong requirements on the ground. Preferred for loam. Not demanding culture to the neighbors. In the flower bed, lobelia blends beautifully and grows in any flower arrangements.
Growing methods
Lobelia seeds are very small and more like sand. Planting them on seedlings with needles and toothpicks is very problematic. The easiest way to sow is to mix with river sand, the seeds and the sand itself are pre-treated with a weak solution of potassium permanganate. Places of sand, you can take the remnants of natural coffee.
On a note!
Mixing lobelia seeds with other substances helps increase flower germination up to 85%.
The classic landing algorithm looks like this:
- A small ditch is made on the surface, the depth of which does not exceed 0.5 cm.
- Distribute the seeds with the additive.
- Lightly planting sprinkled with a thin layer of soil.
- The new layer is lightly pressed down.
There are several other ways that help simplify the procedure for sowing lobelia.
- Landing on the snow. Containers for seedlings are traditionally prepared: they are filled so that 1-1.5 cm is left to the edge. A small layer of snow is poured on top. Seeds are sprinkled on top. As the snow melts, the seed will sink to the required depth.
- Usage peat tablets. Initially, the tablets are placed in a solution of potassium permanganate for swelling. Seeds are put inside, sprinkled with a thin layer of sand and covered with a plastic bag.
- Tea bags. This method can only be used for lobelia. The seeds are mixed with teapots. Sachets are constantly moistened until shoots appear. When sprouts appear, the bags are opened.
Peat containers can only be used to obtain young sprouts until picking. A large amount of nutrients is harmful to the flower, as the plant may subsequently not bloom for a long time.
When to plant lobelia
The plant is afraid of frosts, therefore it is possible to take flowers to a permanent place only when the probability of night frosts disappears completely. First of all, when choosing a date, they are guided by the climate of the area, the type of crop. To get strong and healthy plants, you can use the recommendations of the 2020 lunar calendar.
Sowing seedlings by region
The optimal average time for sowing flowers is February-April. In order for lobelia to bloom early, they begin to plant it with seeds in January.
On a note!
For early sowing proper development lobelia sprouts need to provide additional artificial lighting, for example, phytolamps.
First of all, lobelia is planted for seedlings in cold regions, where there is a short, cool summer.
- The optimal time for sowing in the Urals and Siberia is February (first half).
- V Leningrad region the climate is cooler and more humid, so flowers are sown for seedlings in 2020 in late February and early March.
- In central Russia (for example, in the Moscow region) and other countries with a similar climate (Belarus, Ukraine), flowers are sown for seedlings from the beginning of March.
- In the southern regions, the climate is mild, you can plant flowers outside earlier, so seeds are sown at the end of February. You can also plant lobelia immediately in open ground after the disappearance of frost. But caring for an open garden is more difficult.
weather conditions in different years is different, so before choosing a sowing date, you should look at the weather forecasts.
When choosing a sowing date, they are also guided by the biological characteristics of the varieties. Ampel varieties develop more slowly, so they are sown a little earlier than bush ones.
Lobelia seedlings are very tender and thin, all work with it is carried out carefully. If you plant lobelia for seedlings in 2020 according to the lunar calendar, you can get stronger and more viable seedlings. Naturally, one cannot neglect the rules of agricultural technology for growing lobelia.
| Month | Favorable numbers for sowing | Not auspicious days |
| 1, 5, 6, 9, 11, 16-19, 22, 27-29 | 2, 3, 10, 25, 31 | |
| 1-4, 6, 7, 12-14, 20, 24, 25, 28, 29 | 8, 9, 21, 22, 26, 27 | |
| 3-6, 11-13, 17, 18, 22, 27, 28 | 7, 8, 19-21, 25, 26 | |
| 1-2, 7-10, 13, 18, 19, 24, 28, 29 | 3, 4, 15-17, 20-22, 30 | |
| 5-7, 11, 12, 15, 16, 20, 25, 26 | 1, 13, 14, 18, 21, 27-29 |
If it is not possible to sow lobelia at home for seedlings according to the lunar calendar of 2020 on favorable days, then such work should be done in a neutral period. The main thing is not to land on the Full Moon and New Moon. They are an unfavorable period for performing any work in the garden.
seedling care
In order for lobelia to develop correctly and bloom beautifully for a long time, all the rules of agricultural technology should be observed. The seedlings are very thin and tender, so careful care is required from the first days. Young sprouts appear on the 5-10th day.
Watering
Lobelia requires moderate watering, the flower does not like a lot of moisture, but it does not tolerate drought either. Particularly tender and demanding seedlings. Drying out the top layer is detrimental. Watered with settled water at room temperature. In order not to damage thin sprouts, use a spray gun.
If the plantings are heavily flooded, then the lobelia will begin to rot and hurt. Young shoots will quickly disappear. To prevent rotting, they monitor the water in the pan - it should not accumulate.
Lighting
For the active growth of lobelia, high-quality long-term lighting is necessary. For flowers organize daylight hours lasting at least 12-14 hours. At the same time, the direct rays of the sun should not fall on the leaves and flowers.
On a note!
Seedlings are covered with paper from the bright daytime sun, and on the street they try to plant plants in a slightly shaded place.
Fertilization
Seedlings need a lot of nutrients to grow properly. Use complex mineral compositions for ornamental plants. Plantings are fed for the first time a month after germination.
For seedlings use weak solutions. Their concentration should be 2-3 times less than for adult crops in a flower bed.
Pick and pinch
Since the root system and the plant itself are very delicate and fragile, they pick very carefully. Plants are transplanted into separate containers of several pieces (5-10 sprouts) after the appearance of 2-3 true leaves.
After the appearance of 5-6 true leaves for branching, the sprouts can be pinched. At this point, the plant will reach 5-7 cm in height. If the top is removed in a timely manner, the flowering will be more abundant.
Transplantation in open ground
In spring, lobelia is transplanted to a permanent place in open ground after the risk of night frosts disappears. Depending on the climate, this time comes in mid-April and lasts until early June. Before transplanting, the seedlings are hardened, taking them out regularly to fresh air. Plant lobelia from each other at a distance of at least 20 cm, as the plant grows rapidly.
The lunar calendar of 2020 suggests the dates on which it is best to pick and transplant lobelia.
Planted in one hole in small bushes of 5-10 sprouts. 15-25 cm are left between the holes. A bright place is chosen for planting, but not too bright, since the flower does not like direct sunlight. The best place is penumbra.
The modern lunar calendar of the florist for 2020 offers favorable days not only for planting, but also for any agricultural activities.
Auspicious days for caring for lobelia.
| Month | Weeding and loosening | Pruning and rejuvenation | Watering spraying | Disease and pest control | top dressing |
| 6, 12, 13, 16, 17, 19, 20, 24 | 12, 13, 16, 17, 19, 20 | 2-4, 6, 12-16, 19, 20, 23, 26, 30, 31 | 12, 13, 16, 17, 19, 20, 24, 30, 31 | 1-9, 11-24, 26-31 | |
| 8, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 21, 26, 31 | 1-7, 12, 14, 15, 18-20, 23-29 | 5, 8, 10, 11, 13, 16, 18, 21, 23, 26, 27 | 1-8, 10-21, 24-29 | ||
| 1, 7, 8, 11-16, 19-26, 31 | 1-6, 9-14, 17, 18, 22, 23, 24-31 | 1, 2, 7-9, 11-16, 19-26, 29-31 | 1-9, 10-23, 25-31 | ||
| 3-6, 9-14, 16-23, 30 | 3-6, 9-13, 15-23 | 1-14, 18-19, 23-30 | 3-6, 9-14, 16-23, 30 | 1, 2, 5-30 | |
| 1, 4, 8-14, 17-24, 28-31 | 1, 4, 8-14, 17-24 | 2-12, 15-17, 20-31 | 1, 4, 8-14, 17-24, 28-31 | 2-21, 23-31 | |
| 1, 5-7, 9-11, 14-16, 19, 20, 24-27, 29, 30 | 1, 5-7, 9-11, 14-16, 19, 20, 24-27, 29 | As it dries | 1, 5-7 | 1-20, 22-30 | |
| 1-4, 9, 10, 14, 15, 25-28, 31 | 1-3, 7, 8, 11-13, 16-20, 29-31 | 6-10, 14-20 | As it dries | 1-3, 7, 8, 11-13, 16-20, 29-31 |
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| 3-5, 8-11, 13, 14, 17-19, 27, 30, 31 | 3, 4, 8, 9, 14, 17-19, 21-23, 27, 30, 31 | 3, 4, 8, 9, 14, 17-19, 27, 30, 31 | As it dries | 3, 4, 8, 9, 14, 17-19, 21-23, 27, 30, 31 |
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| September | 1, 5, 6, 10, 13-17, 25-28 | 1, 4-6, 10, 13-17, 22, 23, 25-28 | 1, 7-10, 13-16, 22, 23, 25-28 | 1, 5, 6, 10, 13-17, 22, 23, 25-28 |
A plant that is grown according to the lunar calendar is less likely to suffer from diseases and pests, bloom more actively and grow faster. The video will help to grow lobelia from seeds for seedlings correctly at home.
Care after disembarkation to a permanent place
The topsoil should be constantly moist, but not wet. When the weather is too hot, water sometimes 2 times a day. If the soil dries out, the leaves and flowers will quickly begin to dry and fall off, the stems will turn yellow.
Don't bother with fertilizing. With a large number of them, green mass will increase, and there will be no flowering for a long time. Lobelia is fed in a flower bed 2 times. The first time before flowering with cobweb compositions, and the second time during flowering. After each top dressing, the soil is watered abundantly. Both liquid fertilizers and dry mineral formulations are used.
As it grows, especially during the heat period, dry leaves and flowers appear on the bushes. They are cut off.
On a note!
If in the middle of the season the lobelia ceased to bloom actively, and the shoots quickly stretch out, it is advisable to cut the bushes completely. Stems 5-10 cm high are left above the ground.
Such cardinal pruning will provoke more lush and active flowering. After about 14 days, the lobelia will bloom again.
Features of growing perennial
With the right approach, growing perennial lobelia will not cause difficulties. For a young plant obtained by seedlings, care is similar to that of an annual plant.
So that the culture pleases with long flowering from the beginning of summer to late autumn dry leaves and inflorescences are constantly removed. Periodically, the bushes are cut off, forming beautiful balls and clouds. The property of lobelia is that it grows strongly over time, so pruning is required.
You can grow perennial lobelia even in temperate climates. Since the plant can die during severe frosts, it is transferred to a bright, cool place for the winter, transplanted into separate containers. In the spring, when stable warm weather is established without frost, the flower is returned to the flower bed.
On a note!
In regions with a warm climate, perennial lobelia is left to winter right in the flower bed. To protect against cold weather, they organize an additional shelter made of mulch or plastic wrap.
Possible problems and errors during care
Lobelia has a high level of disease resistance, but with improper care, plant immunity can be significantly weakened. Waterlogging of the soil is especially dangerous, as it creates a favorable environment for the development pathogenic bacteria. Most often, with stagnant moisture, fungal infections begin to develop. The appearance of the fungus is indicated by the appearance of dark spots on all parts of the plants. The affected areas are cut off, and the remaining parts of the plants are treated with biofungicides to prevent the development of the fungus.
Among the pests, the spider flare is the most dangerous. They, in an effort to get to the juices of the lobelia, damage the green parts of the plants. Gradually, the affected areas wither and fade. A favorable environment for spider flare is created during droughts and insufficient watering. If the lesion is insignificant, then for the fight it is enough to remove the damaged stems and shoots, and spray the bush with a solution based on laundry soap.
Despite the fact that lobelia is a capricious culture, it is not very difficult to grow it. If you follow all the rules of planting and care in the open field, photos and appearance the result will please. beautiful lungs clouds of airy flowers will decorate any flower bed.
The energy of the Moon affects all terrestrial organisms: humans, plants, elements (tides). Passing along its orbit, the Moon is influenced by the stars, or rather the Constellations, which people called the signs of the Zodiac. In turn, these stars strengthen or weaken the lunar energy directed to the Earth. Today we will talk about the mutual effect of these night luminaries on the growth and development of flowers, namely, we will clarify when to sow lobelia for seedlings in 2018 according to the lunar calendar.
Brief description of the plant
Lobelia erinus is a herbaceous perennial. The decorative form of lobelia has about 20 varieties. Most of them are used to decorate gardens, balconies, parks, adjoining territories country houses.
Plant bushes are low from 10 to 40 cm, stems are erect or creeping, which allows the formation of lobelia as an ampelous culture. The leaves are small (up to 6 cm), pointed. Flowers reach a diameter of no more than 2 cm, the main colors are blue, purple, white and pink.
Lobelia is a long flowering culture, from June to October its flowers densely cover flower beds, flowerpots, roadside borders. To achieve such abundant flowering is possible only if the agricultural technology of growing lobelia is carried out. The first step in this process is correct sowing plant seeds. At what time to plant lobelia for seedlings, as well as what days will be favorable for this, the Lunar calendar will tell gardeners.
On a note!
lobelia leaves in traditional medicine used to prepare infusions and decoctions, which are used as an additional remedy in the treatment of asthma, whooping cough or chronic constipation.
The moon tells flower growers
Flowers are plants in which the entire upper part, that is, flowers and leaves, plays an important decorative role. According to astrologers and long-term observations of flower growers, the seeds of such crops must be planted in a certain phase of the moon, taking into account its position relative to the constellations and the planet Venus. If the sowing is done on auspicious days, then you can expect to get a healthy, abundant and long-flowering plant in the future.
Sowing lobelia according to the lunar calendar
- The moon must be in the waxing phase. At this time, lunar impulses act on the seeds of the plant and lay in the embryo the prerequisites for good and beneficial development. top part plants. Lobelia has leaves and flowers.
- Constellations that enhance the influence of the Moon on flowering and ornamental (climbing) plants: Aquarius, Libra and Gemini. The element of these zodiac signs is air. Water signs of the Zodiac: Cancer, Pisces and Scorpio also patronize flowers.
- Days of the month: January - 19-21, 26-30; February - 18, 23-26, March - 22-26, 31, April - 19-22, 27-30.
In the video (see at the end of the page), an experienced grower talks about how to properly plant lobelia seeds.
The lunar calendar serves only as an approximate guide for gardeners and gardeners, helps to correctly determine the timing of certain work with plants, but cannot guarantee one hundred percent that any culture will "behave in the right way." Many external factors affect the growth processes of flowers and many other plants.
Attention!
On the days of the new moon, full moon and the numbers closest to them, it is not recommended to carry out any actions with plants. These are the days of reorientation of the movement of internal life-giving juices, their direction changes from the top to the roots or vice versa. We need to leave our green pets alone so as not to disturb the natural processes.
How to determine the phases of the moon
The photo below clearly shows and names all the main phases of the moon. According to them, you can freely determine in which phase it is in a given period of time.
Lobelia is a charming flower with a delicate pleasant aroma. He is able to decorate with his presence any flower beds, flower beds, garden landscape compositions. Moonlight will protect it at night, enhancing the aroma and helping to bloom for a long time and abundantly to the delight of people. We recommend to settle such a pet on your plot of land.
Sowing lobelia for seedlings, a super easy way - video
This year, you still have time - seedlings of lobelia, petunias and other bright annuals can be sown in early March: in 2017, according to the lunar calendar, the dates for sowing seedlings of flowers are March 6, 7 and 11. Choose what you plant in flower beds and flowerpots, buy seeds and grow viola and begonia.
There is still snow on the street, but farming enthusiasts are drawn to plant something. The main difficulties awaiting early sowing: lack of light; sharp fluctuations in temperature; the likelihood of fungal diseases (black leg, etc.).
Still, self-growing seedlings has many advantages. Firstly, it is so interesting to observe the development of a plant literally from a seed. Second, it's profitable. Even if a few seedlings germinate, they will cover the cost of a package of seeds a hundredfold. Self-grown seedlings often turn out to be stronger and more enduring than purchased ones, the period of its flowering increases.
So, what flower crops with a long growing season are sown for seedlings in February?
Petunia, beloved by many for its long, abundant flowering, is distinguished by its unpretentiousness and endurance. Sowing of petunia seeds in late February - early March is carried out exclusively on the surface of the soil, in no case burying the seeds.
It develops better if during the growth period it is transplanted 2-3 times, gradually increasing the volume of the planting capacity. In mid-May, her buds are usually already formed, and she can be planted in open ground.
Lobelia will be appropriate in any garden composition. This is an excellent ground cover or ampelous plant, which is sown in late February - early March. The crops are slightly rolled, without covering the seeds with soil, and moistened abundantly with a spray bottle.
Seedlings appear in about 2 weeks. Seedlings dive and place in a bright, well-ventilated place, and from mid-May they are planted in the ground.
Carnation Shabo. Growing it, in principle, is not difficult - the main task is not to miss the sowing time. Flowering occurs after five months, so the end of January, February is the best time to start growing seedlings. This plant loves light, is quite cold-resistant and drought-resistant.
Amazingly unpretentious, blooms from June to the coldest. Its seeds germinate for a very long time, so they are sown in February on the surface of well-moistened soil, then lightly pressed. After 1.5 months, young plants dive into separate pots, and in early June they are planted in the ground.
Salvia (sparkling sage). In our climate, it is grown as an annual. Salvia is sown in late February - early March, sprinkling with a thin layer of soil. They dive in the phase of the 4-5th true leaf, and in late May - early June they are planted in the ground, preferably in a sunny place.
Viola (Wittrock violet). Biennial, but if you want the viola to bloom in the same year, sow it for seedlings in February. It is unpretentious, calmly tolerates a transplant, even flowering, grows well. In order for the violas to develop well and not stretch out, it is advisable to place the seedlings in a cool (+14 ... +15 ° С), well-lit place.
lavender angustifolia grows well and winters well in conditions middle lane, in flower beds excellently coexists with roses. Seeds require stratification (as an option - you can sow before winter). Sow to a depth of no more than 0.5 cm in well-moistened soil. The container is covered with a film and put in the refrigerator for one and a half to two months. They dive in the phase of 2-3 pairs of true leaves, planted in the ground after the threat of return frosts (unlike adult plants, young ones are not too cold-resistant).
Also, plants whose seeds require preliminary stratification include: gentians, swimsuits, aquilegia, arizemas, clematis, princes, rutovniks, codonopsis, breakworts, perennial violets, alpine bells, most bulbs, jeffersons, irises, primroses, backache.
The last decade of February can be considered the beginning of horticultural spring. At this time, the main sowing dates for crops such as root celery, leeks, and eggplant are already coming. It is usually held at the end of February, which allows you to collect the first berries already in the current season.
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