Cardinal Flower 'Queen Victoria'
1 Gallon
$30.99
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Perennial · Zones 6–9
Lobelia cardinalis
Cardinal Flower 'Queen Victoria'
$30.99
The short version
A perennial for full sun or part sun.
Bee-friendly. The bees use it.
Zones 6–9Full sun · Part sunKeep it moistNot pet-safe
Stock
In stockTracking the day it leavesPromise
Arrives aliveOr we replace it. How
Spacing and size
18 in. apart, in groups.
Restocks and new drops, in the Shop app.
The story
Scarlet spikes, dark leaves.
Tall spikes of vivid scarlet flowers rising from beet-maroon stems and leaves in late summer. Hummingbirds and butterflies find it fast, and it's at home in a rain garden or along a pond.
Light
Full sun where soil stays wet; part shade in hot areas.
Water
Constant moisture. It won't take drought.
Planting
Plant in spring in rich, moist soil, crown at soil level.
Dark foliage and pure red flowers for the wet spots.
The facts
Size3–4 ft tall, 18–24 in. wideShowLate summer into early fallLightFull sun, Part sunZones6–9WaterKeep it moistGood forBee-friendlyPetsNot pet-safe; keep out of reach
Plays well with
Complete the planting.
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