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Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinal Flower
The scarlet flowers of Cardinal flower appear in August and September. Lobelia cardinalis is wet site loving and can handle breif flooding. It attracts hummingbirds and numerous butterflies. The common name is in reference to the red robes worn by Roman Catholic cardinals. Lobelia cardinalis seeds itself beautifully in wetland areas, along streams and in rain gardens.
- Category: Perennials
- Hardiness Zone: 3
- Height: 36 Inches
- Spread: 12 Inches
- Bloom Color: Red
Qty | Description | Comments | Future Crop | Future Crop Ready Date | |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | Lobelia cardinalis #1 (NATIVE-red) | 360 | 6/15 | Login for pricing |
Attributes
• | Deer Resistant |
• | Full Shade |
• | Native |
• | Native - Straight Species |
• | Rain Garden Plants |
• | Self-Seeds |
Foliage Color
• | Green |