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Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn'
Also Known As
- Candy Corn Cardinal Flower
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 7b-10b
Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn' plant details
Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: campanulaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: orange blooms in summer
- Uses: cottage garden, rock garden, showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn'
- USDA Zones: 7b - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Long, yellow-lipped, bright red-orange tubular flowers gracefully adorn 4' tall purple stems with dark green leaves from late spring into fall. This is candy for hummers and eye candy for gardeners!
Minimum temperature: 0?F
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Gardening facts about Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn' plant
How to Grow Lobelia longiflora 'Candy Corn'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- orange
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- glossy
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