Lobelia Cardinalis 3 Or More 17.99 Mix & Match 1 Gal

Cardinal Flower

Lobelia cardinalis

Stunning scarlet red flower late summer to fall. WNC native. Use in edges of streams and ponds; in water gardens, native gardens, rain gardens, and more. Short-lived perennial attracts butterflies and hummingbirds. Can be planted near Black Walnuts.

🏆Award winning! 1982, 1983, and 2001 NC Wildflower of the Year.

2-4’T x 1-2’W.

Zones 3-9, cold hardy down to -40F.

💚Plant Nerd: Reportedly the dried leaves were smoked by the Penobscot people as a tobacco substitute. However, this is not an edible plant and it best for humans, pets, and livestock to avoid eating it.