Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinal Flower
Description:
Herb of wetlands with striking, bright red flowers and toothed alternate leaves. Flowers May and October. Attracts hummingbirds. To 5 feet tall. Needs wet or moist soil and likes sun, partial shade or shade.
Plant Overview:
| Plant Family: | Campanulaceae |
| Plant Duration: | Perennial |
| Plant Type: | Herbaceous |
| South Jersey Native Range: | South Jersey |
| Attracts Pollinators and Wildlife: | Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Birds |
| Bloom Time: | May to October |
| Fruit Timing: | Fall |
| Global and State Rank: | S4, G5 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Clay, Sandy, Loam |
| Soil Moisture: | Wet, Moist |
| Soil pH: | Neutral, Slightly Acidic, Acidic |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
| Light Range: | Sun, Shade, Partial Shade |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Wet, Moist |
