Kalms Lobelia (Lobelia kalmii)

Kalms Lobelia (Lobelia kalmii)
 
is a beautiful native perennial that thrives in wet soils and brings vibrant blue-violet blooms to your landscape from mid-to-late summer. Perfect for rain gardens, shorelines, and naturalized wetland plantings, this species provides critical nectar for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators during the late-season gap.
 
🌾 Thrives in Unique Alvar Habitats
Kalms Lobelia is a true specialist of rare and fragile ecosystems like alvars—open limestone plains with shallow soils and seasonal flooding. Found across Ontario’s Bruce Peninsula and along the shores of Georgian Bay and Lake Huron, this species contributes to the unique biodiversity of these globally significant habitats.
By planting Kalms Lobelia, you help mimic and protect the ecological character of these rare landscapes, supporting species that rely on wet, nutrient-poor conditions.
 
Species: Lobelia kalmii (Kalms Lobelia)
Container Size: 3.5-inch pot
Plant Height at Shipping: ~4–8 inches
Zones: 3–7
Mature Height: 6–16 inches
Soil Preference: Moist to wet soils (sand, loam, peat)
Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Bloom Time: July to September
Flower Color: Blue to violet with white throats
 
🌿 Native & Ecologically Valuable
Kalms Lobelia is a specialist of wet habitats, making it an essential plant for ecological restoration and biodiversity:
🦋 Pollinator Magnet: Provides late-season nectar for bees and butterflies.
🌱 Habitat Specialist: Thrives in fens, wet meadows, and shorelines.
🪲 Insect Support: Attracts beneficial insects and supports wetland biodiversity.
🌊 Soil & Water Benefit: Helps stabilize moist soils and reduce erosion in wet areas.
 
🌲 Ideal for Rain Gardens & Restoration
Whether you’re creating a pollinator rain garden or restoring a wet meadow, Kalms Lobelia offers beauty and function:
✔ Excellent for shoreline buffers and wetland edges
✔ Complements sedges, rushes, and moisture-loving natives
✔ Thrives in consistently moist conditions without being invasive
 
📦 Product Details
Current Size: 4–8 inches tall in 3.5-inch pot
Root Type: Healthy fibrous root system for quick establishment
Planting Time: Best in spring through early fall
Spacing Recommendation: 8–12 inches apart for dense coverage
Maintenance: Minimal; ensure consistent moisture and avoid drought stress
 
💵 Pricing
$7.75 per plant
Bulk and wholesale pricing available — contact us for custom quotes.
📦 Shipping & Availability
Ships during active growing seasons (Spring through Fall)
Local pickup available 
Shipping available across Canada
 
🌳 Plant Native. Support Wetland Life.
Small in stature but mighty in ecological value, Kalms Lobelia adds beauty, biodiversity, and resilience to your landscape.
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🌱 Suggested Use Cases
Rain gardens & bioswales
Wetland restoration projects
Shoreline buffers & pond edges
Pollinator habitats and naturalized plantings