Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose'

cardinal flower or lobelia

Family	Campanulaceae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
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	30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 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	The herbaceous perennial Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose' (cardinal flower) bears medium magenta flowers during mid-summer to mid autumn. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and waterfront.
Special Characteristics	Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose' has a natural resistance to deer. This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. In the fall, Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose' enriches your landscape with its colourful foliage.
Cautions	Lobelia x speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose' (cardinal flower) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.