Cardinal flower

Lobelia cardinalis

Category:

Perennial

Family:

Campanulaceae

Zone:

3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Height:

3-6 ft

Width:

1-2’

Growth / Form:

Upright clumping

Season of Interest:

Summer

Light:

Full Sun, Part Shade

Native / Invasive Status:

Native (SE US)

Pollinator Value:

High

USDA Zones:

3-9

Notes:

Constant moisture

Additional source details:
Foliage: 4” long, lance-shaped leaves pointed at both ends
Flowers: crimson red, white, or rose-pink from June to September
Wildlife: deer, rabbit
Environment: wet soils
Attracts: hummingbirds, butterflies
Source light detail: full sun – part shade (afternoon shade in south)

Description

Constant moisture