Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)

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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. 

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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.

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