Lobelia x gerardii 'Fan Cinnabar Rose'

cardinal flower or lobelia

Family	Campanulaceae
Plant Type
Zone	USDA: 6a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H2 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	50 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread	25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Lobelia x gerardii 'Fan Cinnabar Rose' (cardinal flower) produces bright pink blossoms during mid-summer to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and waterfront.
Special Characteristics	Lobelia x gerardii 'Fan Cinnabar Rose' attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Lobelia x gerardii 'Fan Cinnabar Rose' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions	Lobelia x gerardii 'Fan Cinnabar Rose' (cardinal flower) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.