lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) native Size:1 litre

lobelia cardinalis (cardinal flower) native Size:1 litrespikes of scarlet red flowers on unbranched stems tubular flowers are two lipped finely toothed, narrow, dark green leaves bloom time: july to september native to ontario all parts of this plant are TOXIC! zone 3 height 50 70cm spread 45 60cm colour scarlet it will adapt well to garden conditions and can be used in moist areas, beside ponds or water features or in low wooded areas is known to self seed under optimum conditions clumps can be divided in

acidic soil with consistent moisture until it is established

foliage deepens to a brownish-red in the summer

green leaves show some fall colour

colour bi-coloured

because the foliage is toxic

deep green leaves are tinged with red

but should be not be used in excess- extended use can cause photosensitivity

divided dark green clematis-like leaves

flowers fade to a medium-pink tone

susceptible to leaf rust

and standalone specimens

some winter sun protection is recommended to prevent winter burn