Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)
Beloved by hummingbirds, Lobelia cardinalis is a real stunner! Cardinal Flowers bloom clusters of ‘flags’ of up to 50 small scarlet red flowers atop tall 8” stems from midsummer to early Autumn.
Plant Profile:
Full to Partial Sunshine
Blooms June into September
Grows 2-4’ tall
Prefers poorly drained rich soils
Deer & Rabbit resistant
Tip: Plant in drifts with Button Bush or Foxglove Penstemon nearby for hummingbirds to perch.
Beloved by hummingbirds, Lobelia cardinalis is a real stunner! Cardinal Flowers bloom clusters of ‘flags’ of up to 50 small scarlet red flowers atop tall 8” stems from midsummer to early Autumn.
Plant Profile:
Full to Partial Sunshine
Blooms June into September
Grows 2-4’ tall
Prefers poorly drained rich soils
Deer & Rabbit resistant
Tip: Plant in drifts with Button Bush or Foxglove Penstemon nearby for hummingbirds to perch.
Beloved by hummingbirds, Lobelia cardinalis is a real stunner! Cardinal Flowers bloom clusters of ‘flags’ of up to 50 small scarlet red flowers atop tall 8” stems from midsummer to early Autumn.
Plant Profile:
Full to Partial Sunshine
Blooms June into September
Grows 2-4’ tall
Prefers poorly drained rich soils
Deer & Rabbit resistant
Tip: Plant in drifts with Button Bush or Foxglove Penstemon nearby for hummingbirds to perch.
A self-seeding perennial with deep green foliage, she is often found enjoying riparian areas such as marshes and stream banks. Think of these environs when selecting a place for her in your garden, full to part sunshine in a bed of rich soils with medium moisture.
