{"product_id":"mr-fothergills-loblia-sapphire-trailing-seeds","title":"Mr Fothergills Loblia Sapphire Trailing Seeds","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"54\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"54\"\u003eMr Fothergill’s Lobelia Sapphire Trailing Seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"56\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eLobelia Sapphire Trailing Seeds produce cascades of vivid cobalt-blue flowers with delicate white centres, ideal for creating striking hanging basket displays and vibrant container planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"251\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"273\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"257\" data-end=\"273\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"336\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"276\" data-end=\"336\"\u003eStunning cobalt-blue blooms with contrasting white centres\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"337\" data-end=\"405\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"339\" data-end=\"405\"\u003eTrailing habit perfect for baskets, window boxes, and containers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"406\" data-end=\"458\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"408\" data-end=\"458\"\u003eFlowers continuously from early summer to autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"509\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"461\" data-end=\"509\"\u003eThrives in partial shade and well-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"575\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"512\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eExcellent choice for adding colour and attracting pollinators\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"586\" data-end=\"609\"\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1020\"\u003eLobelia Sapphire Trailing is a classic choice for gardeners looking to add an elegant waterfall of colour to their outdoor spaces. This half-hardy annual forms dense cascades of tiny, intensely blue flowers that spill gracefully over the edges of pots, hanging baskets, and raised planters. Each bloom features a small white 'eye', enhancing the plant’s vibrant appearance and giving a bright, fresh contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1022\" data-end=\"1464\"\u003eHighly versatile and reliable, this lobelia variety performs well in both sunny and partially shaded positions, making it ideal for patios, balconies, and garden borders. Its long flowering season ensures months of continuous colour, while its compact, trailing growth habit helps soften edges and add movement to displays. Easy to grow and maintain, it is an excellent option for gardeners looking for impressive results with minimal effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1466\" data-end=\"1641\"\u003eWhether you’re creating a feature hanging basket or adding depth to mixed containers, Lobelia Sapphire Trailing enhances any display with its rich colour and delicate texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1646\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1652\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1671\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1711\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1673\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1709\"\u003eLobelia erinus\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1712\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"1730\"\u003ePlant Class:\u003c\/strong\u003e Half Hardy Annual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1751\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1781\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1753\" data-end=\"1763\"\u003eHabit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bushy, Trailing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1784\" data-end=\"1795\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30cm (12in)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1810\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1842\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1812\" data-end=\"1826\"\u003eSituation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partial Shade\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1843\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1845\" data-end=\"1856\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Blue\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1870\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1899\"\u003eSowing \u0026amp; 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