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.
| 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 | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Lobelia |
| Common names | Lobelia, Cardinal Flower |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average, High |
| 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 |
| 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 | Campanulaceae |
| Genus | Lobelia |
| Common names | Lobelia, Cardinal Flower |
| 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) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Average, High |
| 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 |
How many Lobelia x speciosa ‘Vedrariensis’ (Cardinal Flower) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Lobelia x speciosa ‘Vedrariensis’ (Cardinal Flower) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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