Lobelia cardinalis 3.25" full sun often treated as an annual

often treated as an annual or tender perennial depending on climate

prefers bright light

dependable performance in heat and strong in patio containers

dislikes winter wet and is ideal for alpine/rock gardens

Wildlife Benefit: birds

Lobelia cardinalis 3.25" full sun often treated as an annual(Cardinal Flower) Featured in David Culp's book "A Year at Brandywine Cottage" Plant Patent: n a Container Size: 3. 25" pot USDA Zone: 3 9 Height: 2 4 Spread: 1 2 Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade Soil Moisture: average to wet Bloom Time: summer to early fall Bloom Color: red Foliage Color: green US Native: yes Wildlife Benefit: hummingbirds, pollinators Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant, rain garden