Lobelia cardinalis / Cardinal lobelia / Cardinal Flower

The cardinal flower's bright red stalks attract admiration from neighbors and hummingbirds alike. The large red flowers bloom for a month and are a source of nectar for hummingbirds and swallowtail butterflies. Naturally found along river banks and marshes, Lobelia cardinalis prefers rich soils. A biennial and short-lived plant, but don't worry, Lobelia reseeds abundantly. It regenerates to provide even more beautiful red flowers!

Hummingbirds! Biennial. Native.

Tiny seeds! Don't panic.

Cold stratification required.

Tip - use the small bag with a little sand. Rinse the bag and pour it on the soil. Needs light to germinate. Tolerates shade, likes moist soil. Plant 5 cm apart.

Lobelia cardinalis / Cardinal lobelia / Cardinal Flower
H: 120 cm L: 20-30 cm Spacing: 30 cm
Sun/Partial Sun/Shade
Flowering: red, summer
Native of Quebec