Lobelia cardinalis

Cardinal Flower

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A Plant of Merit winner, this striking plant bears dozens of brilliant red flowers on strong, upright stems in late summer. Hummingbirds enjoy the nectar. Naturally found along streams, this plant is a great choice for rain gardens and pond edges.

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Height
24-48 Inches

Spread
12-18 Inches

Bloom/Seasonal Color
Red

USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

Home Owner Growing and Maintenance Tips:

Good Companions

Blue Lobelia (Lobelia siphilitica), Tussock Sedge (Carex stricta), Downy Skullcap (Scutellaria incana), Ironweed (Vernonia fasciculata)

Characteristics & Attributes

Critter Resistance

•	Deer Resistant
•	Rabbit Resistant

Hydrologic Designation

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OBL

Nature Attracting

•	Hummingbird

Season of Interest

•	Late (July-frost)

Soil Moisture

•	High
•	Moderate

Special Uses

•	Fresh Cut Flower
•	Bog

Sun Exposure

•	Medium Sun/Average Shade
•	Full Sun

USFS MO Ecological Map

•	Mississippi Aluvial Basin
•	Ozark Highlands
•	Central Dissected Till Plain
•	Osage Plains

Wildlife Benefit

•	Butterfly Nectar
•	Food/Birds