Cardinal Flower

Lobelia cardinalis

Cardinal flower is distributed across the southern and eastern halves of the United States growing best in wet to mesic soils. A perennial, growing to a height of 4 feet, its bright red flowers can be seen in bloom from August-September. Hummingbird garden power flower. Great source of nectar for many pollinators It grows well in both full and partial sun Often found in wet to moist soils Prefers medium type soils Summer bloom period Very small seed, between 6-7 million seeds per pound. Needs light to germinate.