Lobelia cardinalis

Common Name: Cardinal Flower

Plant Type: Herbaceous

Habitat: Wetland

Light Requirements: sun, part sun

Soil Moisture: mesic, wet

Soil Type: Loam

Height: 2 - 4 ft

Bloom Time: Late summer

Flower Colour: red spike

Germination Requirements: Seed will germinate within 4 weeks if sown at 70°F. Seed requires light to germinate.

Details/Comments: Excellent nectar plant. Gorgeous flowers.

Picture Copyright: John Oyston