Family: Campanulaceae (kam-pan-yew-LAY-see-ee)
Genus: Lobelia (low-BEE-lee-a)
Species: cardinalis (kar-dih-NAL-iss)
Cultivar: Cardinal Flower
Category:
Perennials
Height:
24-48 in.
Spacing:
24-36 in.
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 2a to 9b
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Bloom Color:
Red
Bloom Time:
Mid Summer to Early Fall
Foliage:
Bronze-Green
Smooth-Textured
Shiny/Glossy-Textured
Other details:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Requires consistently moist soil; do not let dry out between waterings
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 7.8
Available:
Late June/Early July and sometimes in May
Pot Size:
3 Quart Pot