Cardinal Flower
Lobelia cardinalis
This plant is absolutely stunning with large, cardinal-red tubular flowers that are magnets for hummingbirds and butterflies. Super effective in moist and shady areas, providing a pop of brilliant color.
BLOOM TIME
- July
- August
- September
SUNLIGHT
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
- Partial Shade
SOIL TYPE
- Moist
- Wet
- Texture (Sand)
- Texture (Loam)
- Texture (Clay)
- High Organic Matter
- pH Acid <6.0
- pH Neutral 6.0-8.0
HEIGHT
3-6'
CATERPILLAR SPECIES HOSTED
1-10
WILDLIFE BENEFITED
Caterpillars, Pollinators, Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Artist: Jada Fitch
Photo Credit: Maine Audubon