Cardinal Flower

Cardinal Flower

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Varieties

 

Blue Cardinal Flower

'Blue Cardinal Flower'

 


 
Common Name: Cardinal Flower
Botanical Name: Lobelia cardinalis
Plant Type: Perennial
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3
AHS Heat Zone: 9 to 2
Light Requirements: Full Shade; Partial Shade
Water Usage: High
Soil Type:  Moist; Boggy
Height: 3 ft.
Spread:  2 ft.
Season of Bloom: May to September
Bloom Color: Red
Deciduous/Evergreen: Deciduous
Native TX Plant: Adapted
Wildlife Value: Butterflies
Low growing variety (6 - 8 in.) also available with brilliant blue flowers.  Both like moist soil.


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