Cardinal Flower
Cardinal Flower
Lobelia cardinalis
Lobelia cardinalis
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- Lobelia cardinalis with striking red flowers that bloom all summer.
- Wetland plant ideal for ponds, ditches and moist borders.
- Attractive to butterflies and pollinators due to its rich nectar.
- Easy to care for and hardy in damp soil.
- Perfect for garden plants and within the category water and bog plants.
Lobelia cardinalis Cardinal Flower is a striking native perennial with vivid, scarlet-red blooms that light up gardens from sun to partial shade. This cultivar attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, creating a lively, dynamic display.
With sturdy stems and lush green foliage, it thrives along moist garden spots and near streams, delivering a bold vertical accent in beds and borders. Its adaptable nature makes it a standout in a variety of settings.
Bring natural drama to your outdoor space with this pollinator-friendly Cardinal Flower, a reliable addition that adds color, life, and year-round interest to your garden.
Care & Watering
Plant in moist, well-drained soil; water regularly to keep roots damp but not soggy. Mulch to conserve moisture and feed yearly with a balanced fertilizer in spring.
Location
Choose sunny to partial shade in wet gardens, pondsides, or stream edges. It thrives in consistently moist soil with cool roots.
Maintenance
Remove spent blooms to extend flowering; divide every 2–3 years to maintain vigor. Avoid overly rich soil that promotes foliage over blooms.
Tips
Plant in groups for impact; protect in cold zones with mulch; pair with aquatic companions for best results.
Lobelia cardinalis (Cardinal flower) is a decorative eye-catcher with intense red flowers that brighten summer arrangements directly.
Her graceful flower spikes create deep color contrasts and refine every plant collection, from aquatic and swamp plants to mixed borders.
A favorite for those seeking vibrant accents and butterfly appeal.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 5 a 7 |
| Max height full grown | 80 cm |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Riparian plant zone 1 |
| Flower color | Red |
| Leaf color | Red |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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