Lobelia x speciosa 'Vulcan Red'

Also Known As

Vulcan Red Cardinal Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 12"-24"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Lobelia x speciosa 'Vulcan Red' plant details

Lobelia x speciosa 'Vulcan Red' 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 - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia x speciosa 'Vulcan Red'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia x speciosa 'Vulcan Red'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Celebrate Leonard Nemoy and Mr Spock with this new cardinal flower. 'Vulcan Red' has full, well-branched and strong-stemmed habit with bronze foliage and dense, upright spikes with vivid scarlet flowers. Lobelia is an excellent border plant for average to moist locations and is a hummingbird and butterfly magnet.