Lobelia cardinalis has
a long blooming season from Summer until frost. The Cardinal Flower
is native seeps and moist stream bank locations in the deserts of
California and through much of North America. Lobelia cardinalis is
great choice for the hummingbird
garden as well as for a butterfly
garden. Lobelia cardinalis grows in a slowly spreading clump,
typically 18-24" tall. I give ours a good haircut in the winter
when the stalks start to give out. Snails love the Cardinal
Flower. Plant in moist but not soggy soil.
High resolution images
of Lobelia cardinalis are available.
