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Cardinal Flower Seeds (Lobelia)

Lobelia cardinalis
SKU: HC013234
$3.95
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Overview
Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal Flower) is one of our showiest native perennials with deep red butterfly and hummingbird attracting flowers.
key features
Botanical Name
Lobelia cardinalis
Seed Life Cycle
Perennial
Growing Zones
Zone 3, Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8
Ideal Region
Northeast, Southeast, Midwest, West, Southwest, Pacific Northwest
Light Requirements
Half Sun / Half Shade, Full Shade
Soil Moisture
Average, Moist / Wet
Seed Coverage
covers 150 square feet
Advantages
Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, Mass Plantings
SKU
HC013234

Description

Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal Flower) is one of our showiest native perennials with deep red butterfly- and hummingbird-attracting flowers. This plant likes moist soils and is a good choice around ponds and in rain gardens. Takes full sun in northern climates and part shade in warmer areas. USDA zones 3-9.