Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687

Also Known As

Black Truffle Cardinal Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-4'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

5a-9b

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Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687 plant details

Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with burgundy and chocolate 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 even moisture - regular water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: campanulaceae
Foliage: deciduous burgundy and chocolate
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle', or cardinal flower, has dark chocolatey-purple foliage and bold red flowers that are favourites with hummingbirds. Quick to establish and vigorous. Prefers full sun and performs quite well in average to wet soil. Great when used in mass plantings, along the middle of the border, pond edges and rain gardens.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Dramatic purple-black leaves in narrow clumps push up 3-4’ dark, leafy stems in summer that are topped with drop-dead red flowers that result in hummingbird traffic jams. Dark foliage color lasts all season. Needs moist to wet soil (could be partially submerged), full to half day sun. Drama queen for sure!

By: Secret Garden Growers

PPAF No garden designer's carefully considered garden plan can top this riveting combo of true red and deepest purple-black found naturally in summer blooming 'Black Truffle'. A selection of the green-leafed native, it thrives in moist soils and will draw hummingbirds from all around.