Lobelia x speciosa 'Vedrariensis' (Cardinal Flower)
Lobelia 'Vedrariensis', Hybrid Purple Lobelia, Purple Cardinal Flower
Perfect for the summer garden, Lobelia x speciosa 'Vedrariensis' (Cardinal Flower) is a vigorous, upright perennial featuring long spires of dark violet flowers atop dark green leaves flushed with purple from midsummer to early fall. The blossoms are a magnet for bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Adding vertical interest to the landscape, Cardinal Flowers are excellent border plants for damp or wet locations.
- Grows up to 3-4 feet tall (90-120 cm) and 1-3 ft. wide (30-90 cm).
- Performs best in deep, rich moisture-retentive soil in sun or partial shade. If enough moisture is available, it will thrive in the sun. In drier soils, it should be planted in part shade.
- A welcomed addition to beds and borders, containers, city gardens, coastal gardens, cottage gardens or near ponds or streams.
- Keep an eye out for slugs and crown rot. Deer and rabbit resistant.
- Deadheading spent blooms will improve the overall appearance of the plant and may promote reblooming. Cut back after flowering.
- Propagate by division or by seed. Seed can be sown in very early spring. Seed may not come true to type.
- Ingestion may cause discomfort. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
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Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 8 |
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Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Lobelia |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 1' – 3' (30cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 12" – 36" (30cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Rain Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |
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While every effort has been made to describe these plants accurately, please keep in mind that height, bloom time, and color may differ in various climates. The description of these plants has been written based on numerous outside resources.
Requirements
Hardiness | 5
– 8 |
---|---|
Heat Zones | 5
– 8 |
Climate Zones | 2, 2A, 2B, 3, 3A, 3B, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Lobelia |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest |
Summer (Mid,Late) Fall |
Height | 3' – 4' (90cm – 120cm) |
Spread | 1' – 3' (30cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 12" – 36" (30cm – 90cm) |
Water Needs | Average, High |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Clay, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Poorly Drained |
Characteristics | Cut Flowers, Showy |
Tolerance | Deer, Rabbit, Wet Soil |
Attracts | Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Bog Gardens, Patio and Containers, Ponds and Streams, Rain Gardens |
Garden Styles | Informal and Cottage |