Lobelia cardinalis 'Queen Victoria'
Cardinal Flower
![Lobelia cardinalis 'Queen Victoria' Cardinal Flower from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-1069.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Walters Gardens, Inc.
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- Brilliant cardinal-red flowers above bronze foliage.
- Vigorous bloomer, late summer-fall
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Rock Garden](image/chars/char-43.png)
Rock Garden
![Deer Resistant](image/chars/char-36.png)
Deer Resistant
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Summer](image/chars/char-40.png)
Summer
![Attracts Butterflies](image/chars/char-116.png)
Attracts Butterflies
![Attracts Hummingbirds](image/chars/char-115.png)
Attracts Hummingbirds
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
The perfect plant for damp locations. Lobelia will easily adapt to 'wet feet' but can also tolerate well-drained soils. Thrives in full sun when soil is moist. Plant in part shade when placed in dry soil. Deadheading spent blooms may promote reblooming.
Height: 30 in
Spacing: 12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 5-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Rock Garden
- Focal Point
- Border or Bed
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Partial Sun
Foliage Color:
- Bronze
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds