Lobelia ‘Starship Scarlet’ — Herbaceous Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Lobelia ‘Starship Scarlet’ — Herbaceous Perennial, Bee-Friendly, 1L Pot (Set of 3 or 6)
Lobelia ‘Starship Scarlet’ — a hardy herbaceous perennial with rich scarlet red and flowering summer to early autumn. A reliable nectar source for bees and pollinators. Supplied as a set of 3 or 6 well-rooted plants in 1L pots, grown peat-free at our Yorkshire nursery and ready to plant out.
At a glance
- Type: Herbaceous Perennial
- Mature size: 50–70 cm × 30–40 cm
- Flowering: Summer to Early Autumn (June to September)
- Position: Full Sun to Partial Shade
- Attracts: Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators
- Supplied as: Set of 3 or 6 plants in 1L pots
The detail
Bring vibrant scarlet colour to your garden with this striking collection of three Lobelia Starship Scarlet plants. Part of the popular Starship series, this upright perennial lobelia produces tall, elegant flower spikes densely packed with tubular, rich scarlet-red blooms throughout summer and into early autumn. A fantastic choice for borders, beds, containers and waterside planting, Starship Scarlet adds bold vertical interest and is a magnet for bees, butterflies and other pollinators.
Bred for improved garden performance, the Starship series offers excellent hardiness and vigour compared to many other perennial lobelia varieties. The upright, clump-forming habit and eye-catching flower spikes make it an ideal companion for mixed herbaceous plantings or as a standout feature in patio containers. These plants are supplied as three established 1 litre root-ball plants, ready to plant out and enjoy.
Why ours
Grown by us in Yorkshire, in peat-free compost, shipped in plastic-free packaging. Every plant arrives strong, well-rooted and ready to thrive — not weeks of waiting before it gets going. Each order includes access to our free care app with planting and seasonal care reminders.
How to grow
| Botanical name | Lobelia x speciosa 'Starship Scarlet' |
| Mature size | 50–70 cm × 30–40 cm |
| Growth habit | Upright, Clump-Forming Herbaceous Perennial |
| Position | Full Sun to Partial Shade |
| Flowering | Summer to Early Autumn (June to September) |
| Hardiness | Fully Hardy |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies & Pollinators |
| Best for | Borders, Beds, Containers, Waterside Planting |
Frequently asked
Will it come back next year?
Yes — Lobelia ‘Starship Scarlet’ is a hardy herbaceous perennial. It will die back over winter and re-emerge in spring, returning bigger and stronger each year.
When will it flower?
Expect flowers from summer to early autumn (june to september). Deadheading spent blooms promptly often encourages a second flush.
Is it really bee-friendly?
Yes — Lobelia ‘Starship Scarlet’ is a known nectar source and is regularly visited by bees, butterflies and other pollinators throughout its flowering season.
What size pot does it arrive in?
Sets are supplied as 3 or 6 individual plants in 1L pot, well-rooted and ready to plant out or pot on.