Lobelia cardinalis [Arrowhead form]

Also Known As

Lobelia cardinale [Arrowhead Form]

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-48"
W: 8"-18"

planting zones

4a-8b

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Lobelia cardinalis [Arrowhead form] plant details

Lobelia cardinalis [Arrowhead form] is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - high water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia cardinalis [Arrowhead form]

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 48 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia cardinalis [Arrowhead form]

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - high

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A parent of many of the hybrids this is the pure species with no fulgens mixed in, Plants under this name often are contaminated by fulgens, telltale signs are reddish foliage and lack of hardiness, the pure species is hardy well into northern Canada, here it's brilliant scarlet flowers light up the banks of the red cedar river sowing profusely on the disturbed floodplain these are the real deal from our native colony. ZONE 4