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Devil's Tobacco

Lobelia Tupa

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Overview

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia tupa) is a statuesque perennial, flourishing to heights of 5-6 feet. Its striking red-tinged foliage and distinctive tall spires of deep scarlet flowers add drama from summer to early fall. The plant prefers well-drained soil and thrives in full sun to part shade. Hardy to USDA Zone 7, Lobelia tupa commands attention in borders and as a focal point. Toxic if ingested; handle with care.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 6–10Type PerennialClimate Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — is an intriguing and bold perennial that adds dramatic flair to landscape designs; include Lobelia tupa in your, image 69

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 6–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Campanulaceae
Climate: Arid, Subtropical, Temperate

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Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia tupa) is a statuesque perennial, flourishing to heights of 5-6 feet

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Originating from the central regions of Chile; toxic if ingested; handle with care, image 70

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Hardy to USDA Zone 7, Lobelia tupa commands attention in borders and as a focal point; include Lobelia tupa in your garden for

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — this striking plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, image 50

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Its size and shape make it an ideal candidate for back borders or as a specimen plant; toxic if ingested; handle, image 58

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — where it can serve as an eye-catching focal point; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, erect spires adorned

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Toxic if ingested; handle with care

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — it should be noted that all parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — red flowers in the garden; toxic if ingested; handle with care, image 61

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Toxic if ingested; handle with care, image 46

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — red flowers in the garden

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Each bloom is about 2 to 3 inches in length; include Lobelia tupa in your garden for a touch of exotic allure and a

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Hardy to USDA Zone 7, Lobelia tupa commands attention in borders and as a focal point; include Lobelia tupa in, image 66

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Each bloom is about 2 to 3 inches in length; include Lobelia tupa in your garden for a touch of exotic allure and a, image 54

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — with a smoky green hue that complements the vibrant blooms; toxic if ingested; handle with care, image 73

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — perennial with red blooms; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, erect spires adorned with tubular, image 62

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — making it a relatively low-maintenance choice for gardeners

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — preferring full sun to partial shade; include Lobelia tupa in your garden for a touch of exotic allure and a, image 51

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Originating from the central regions of Chile; toxic if ingested; handle with care

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — perennial with red blooms

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — this striking plant thrives in USDA Hardiness Zones 7-10; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, image 71

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — is an intriguing and bold perennial that adds dramatic flair to landscape designs; include Lobelia tupa in your, image 48

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — scientifically known as Lobelia tupa; from midsummer to early fall, the plant produces tall, erect spires adorned with

Devil's Tobacco (Lobelia Tupa) — Its size and shape make it an ideal candidate for back borders or as a specimen plant

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Dick Culbert from Gibsons, B.C., Canada, CC BY 2.0 · source
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