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Cardinal Flower

Ideal for Rain Gardens

Cardinal Flower

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Cardinal Flower

Cardinal Flower

Cardinal Flower

Cardinal Flower

Ideal for Rain Gardens

Bright red blooms—a favorite of hummingbirds— appear midsummer to fall. Thrives in regular moist soils. Can be planted along the edges of streams and ponds.

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Botanical Name:
Lobelia cardinalis
Height: 36 - 48 inches
Ship As: 2" POT
Spacing: 15 - 18 inches
Spread: 15 - 18 inches
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Color: Red
Foliage Type: Dark green, lanceolate serrulate leaves 4" long.
Bloom Time: Blooms mid summer through fall

Flower Form: Terminal spike - irregular. Bracted raceme. Upperlip is split into 2 lobes, & the lower into 3. The fused stamens form a red tube from which the anthers protrude.
Planting Instructions: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots. Spread roots around and fill in with dirt so that the crown is at soil level. Firm soil and water thoroughly.
Soil Requirements: Well drained, humus enriched soil is best.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Pruning: Deadhead after blooming.
Winter Care: Mulch to overwinter.
Additional Information: Leaves and fruit considered poisonous.
Unable to ship to: AE AK GU HI PR

Botanical Name:
Lobelia cardinalis
Height: 36 - 48 inches
Ship As: NO. 1 BAREROOT
Spacing: 15 - 18 inches
Spread: 15 - 18 inches
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Color: Red
Foliage Type: Dark green, lanceolate serrulate leaves 4" long.
Bloom Time: Blooms mid summer through fall

Flower Form: Terminal spike - irregular. Bracted raceme. Upperlip is split into 2 lobes, & the lower into 3. The fused stamens form a red tube from which the anthers protrude.
Planting Instructions: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots. Spread roots around and fill in with dirt so that the crown is at soil level. Firm soil and water thoroughly.
Soil Requirements: Well drained, humus enriched soil is best.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Pruning: Deadhead after blooming.
Winter Care: Mulch to overwinter.
Additional Information: Leaves and fruit considered poisonous.
Unable to ship to: AE AK GU HI PR

Botanical Name:
Lobelia cardinalis
Height: 36 - 48 inches
Ship As: 1 LB
Spacing: 15 - 18 inches
Spread: 15 - 18 inches
Light Requirements: Full Sun, Partial Shade
Color: Red
Foliage Type: Dark green, lanceolate serrulate leaves 4" long.
Bloom Time: Blooms mid summer through fall

Flower Form: Terminal spike - irregular. Bracted raceme. Upperlip is split into 2 lobes, & the lower into 3. The fused stamens form a red tube from which the anthers protrude.
Planting Instructions: Dig a hole large enough to accommodate the roots. Spread roots around and fill in with dirt so that the crown is at soil level. Firm soil and water thoroughly.
Soil Requirements: Well drained, humus enriched soil is best.
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast.
Pruning: Deadhead after blooming.
Winter Care: Mulch to overwinter.
Additional Information: Leaves and fruit considered poisonous.
Unable to ship to: AE AK GU HI PR

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