Long tapering spires of curious brownish-red tubular flowers carried on tall dark stems, contrast with light green tobacco-like leaves. A magnificent feature plant for sheltered gardens in full sun, and deep moist soil. Harmful if eaten. Potential skin and eye irritant.
Lobelia tupa
Devil's tobacco
Details
| Aspect | Sun or part shade |
| Flower Colour | Orange | Red |
| Flowering Period | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct |
| Foliage | Not evergreen |
| Goes Well With | Astilbe, Filipendula, Rodgersia |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Hardiness | Fully hardy |
| Height | 1.5m |
| Soil | Moisture-retentive |
| Spread | 90cm |
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