Lobelia cardinalis, Cardinal Flower
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Notes:
L. cardinalis is predominately pollinated by hummingbirds and moths due to the floral structure and color. It prefers partial shade and moist soils. If planted in full sun, they will be sad and the foliage will burn.
- Listing ID: 3074
- Duration: Perennial
- Soil Moisture: 1-5 (dry to wet): 3-5
- Stratification: 60 days cold moist stratification required, light required for germination
- Bloom Time: May-October
- Sunlight Exposure: Prefers partial shade
- Family: Campanulaceae (Bellflower)
- Latin Name: Lobelia cardinalis
- Common Name: Cardinal Flower
- Eco-Region: 251