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Lobelia x speciosa 'Rose Beacon'

Family Campanulaceae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level medium
Height 70 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture average to wet, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Lobelia x speciosa 'Rose Beacon' (cardinal flower) bears dark pink blossoms during mid-summer to mid autumn. The foliage is greyish green in colour. A specimen plant, Lobelia x speciosa 'Rose Beacon' (cardinal flower) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, bog, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, pond, specimen, waterfront, wild flower and woodland.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden. Lobelia x speciosa 'Rose Beacon' is noted for being naturally resistant to deer.
Cautions Lobelia x speciosa 'Rose Beacon' (cardinal flower) is poisonous or toxic so keep this in mind if you have children or pets that could be at risk.