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: | Birds, Hummingbirds, Butterflies |
| Bloom Time: | May to October |
| Fruit Timing: | Fall |
| Global and State Rank: | G5, S4 |
| Commercially available landscape plant? | Yes |
Soil Characteristics: | |
| Soil Type: | Sandy, Clay, Loam |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Wet |
| Soil pH: | Acidic, Slightly Acidic, Neutral |
Light Needs: | |
| Opitmal Light: | Sun to shade |
| Light Range: | Partial Shade, Shade, Sun |
Water Needs of Plant: | |
| Soil Moisture: | Moist, Wet |