Lobelia inflata/Indian Tobacco – 500 Seeds | Native Annual/Biennial | Medicinal History | Pollinator Support Plant
$9.99
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Add a unique and historically significant native plant to your garden with Indian Tobacco (Lobelia inflata), a native North American annual to biennial known for its small pale blue flowers and distinctive inflated seed pods. This species naturally grows in open woods, fields, disturbed soils, and woodland edges, making it well suited for naturalized and restoration plantings.
Blooming from mid to late summer, Indian Tobacco provides nectar for native bees and small pollinators. It has a long history of traditional medicinal use, though it should be grown today for ornamental and ecological value only.
⚠️ Note: This plant is toxic if ingested. Grow responsibly and keep away from children and pets.
You will receive:
✔️ 500 fresh, viable seeds
✔️ Open-pollinated, non-GMO
✔️ Carefully packaged for successful sowing
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Indian Tobacco
Botanical Name: Lobelia inflata
Plant Type: Annual or biennial
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Dry to medium, well-drained
Height: 1–3 feet
Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
Cold Stratification: Not required
Ideal for native meadows, woodland edges, pollinator gardens, medicinal plant collections, and ecological restoration projects.
Lobelia inflata/Indian Tobacco – 500 Seeds | Native Annual/Biennial | Medicinal History | Pollinator Support Plant
$9.99