Tall, upright stalks holding striking red blooms help Cardinal Flower stand out in a garden. Its flower structure attracts hummingbirds. Occurring naturally in wetlands, it prefers light shade to full sun and moist conditions.
Cardinal Flower
Lobelia cardinalis
Duration
Perennial
Plant Type
Wildflower
Available
Yes
Sizes Available
Height
2-4 feet
Spread
1-2 feet
Bloom Season
Late Spring
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Mid Fall
Flower Colors
Red
Sun Tolerance
Soil Tolerance
Average
Clay
Sandy
Moist
Poorly drained
Features
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