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Cardinal Flower

Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Deep Red'

Velvety wine-red flowers rise on elegant spikes above light green foliage.

Characteristics:

Bloom Time:

Blooms late summer

Mature Height:

24-36 Inches

Hardiness Zone:

3-9 Find your zone

Exposure:

Full Sun,Partial Shade

Features and Usage:

Greenhouse Growing Instructions:

Keep moist at all times, even wet as this is a marginal water plant.
Plants Per Gallon: 1
Storage Temperature Prior to Planting: 38
Cooler Humidity Prior to Planting: High

Transplanting Instructions:

Loosen bottom of rooted liner & plant as deep as liner.

Homeowner Planting and Maintenance Tips:

Plant in sun to partial shade in rich moist soil.

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We have done our best to describe this plant as accurately as possible, however, different climates
and growing conditions in different parts of the country will affect height, bloom time, and color.