The harvesting season for Lobelia pedunculata (matted pratia) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
matted pratia
Lobelia pedunculata
Also Known As - trailing pratiaMatted pratia (Lobelia pedunculata) is a sun-loving perennial, native to eastern Australia. This mat-forming groundcover can spread up to 3 ft in width and grows up to 8 in. tall. The scalloped, dark green leaves are covered in short, soft hairs, giving the plant a velvety texture. Pale purple and pink flowers bloom from spring to autumn on the top of slender stems. It is tolerant of light shade but prefers well-drained soil and moderate watering. In areas prone to night-time frost, this plant may be grown in containers and brought indoors over winter. Its low-maintenance nature makes it ideal for beginning gardeners.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Frequent
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Cutting
Hardiness Zone:
6
Flowers:
Showy, White, Blue Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Fruits:
blue,purple Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Matted Pratia (Lobelia pedunculata) should be watered 2 to 3 times per week in the spring and summer months. During this period, you should water the plant deeply, making sure the soil is moist but not soggy. Watering should be reduced to once a week in autumn and winter, with the soil kept slightly moist. Make sure to allow the top few centimeters of soil to dry out between watering. Avoid over-watering as this can cause the root system to rot and kill the plant.
sunlight
Matted pratia (Lobelia pedunculata) thrives in a location with full sun to light shade. This plant needs at least 4 hours of direct sunlight a day, or 6 to 8 hours when grown under artificial light. During the warmer months of spring and summer, an extra 2 hours of direct sun each day can help the plant grow and flower more prolifically. However, matted pratia should be shielded from the hot afternoon sun and should not be exposed to direct sunlight for more than 8 hours on a daily basis. When grown indoors, supplemental lighting with LED or fluorescent light fixtures is necessary to give the plant the correct amount of light.
pruning
Matted Pratia (Lobelia pedunculata) is best pruned in late spring to early summer. Pruning should be done conservatively as the plant is slow to renew itself. In general, the plant should be lightly pruned right after flowering to remove any spent blooms and straggly stems. If the plant has become overgrown and unmanageable, it can be more heavily pruned in late spring to encourage branching and a fuller appearance. It is also important to prune back any dead or unhealthy stems at this time.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Matted pratia typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Starts Flowering
Matted pratia typically start flowering in late spring, usually in May or June.
Harvest Fruit
The harvesting season for Lobelia pedunculata (matted pratia) typically begins in late summer, usually in August or September.
