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Lobelia cardinalis 'Fried Green Tomatoes'

Cardinal Flower

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A chance seedling from Lobelia cardinalis, this selection shows increased vigor, strikingly deeper, darker foliage color and even more butterfly and hummingbird attracting power! June - August brilliant red flower spikes make this a summer must in any garden with its color and easy care nature.


Height
30-36 Inches

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Spread
24-30 Inches

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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8

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Characteristics & Attributes

Plan Sub Group
Medium Perennials
Exposure
Filtered Shade
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Average
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Bloom Time
Late Summer
Summer
Habitat Collection
Butterfly
Uses
Bog, water garden
Border
Container
Edging
Mass plant
Meadow
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