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veryzer

Lobelia alternative

veryzer
14 years ago

I planted lobelia in full sun last year and they did very well. However, last year was pretty cloudy and I've heard lobelia don't do well in full afternoon sun. Is this the case? If so, can anyone recommend an alternative groundcover that provides such great season long blooming?

Thanks.

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