The herbaceous perennial Lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) bears showy and medium red blossoms during mid-summer. This plant is clump forming and has glossy, medium textured and semi-evergreen foliage that is greyish green in colour. Lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses
Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, pond, specimen, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics
Birds, hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Lobelia cardinalis . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of wet sites.
Cautions
Lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.
