Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’

Cardinal Flower

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.328.010

Garden Candy™ Series. An outstanding and easy-to-grow selection of the eastern native Cardinal Flower. Dramatic, dark chocolate-purple foliage holds its deep colour throughout the season. Taller stems appear in mid to late summer, holding spikes of bold, red trumpets that are a magnet for hummingbirds. Long-lived and happy in average to moist soil. Introduced by Peter Heus and brought to market by Angela Treadwell-Palmer of Plants Nouveau. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.

Further details for
Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist or
  Wet

Care Level
Moderate

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Purple Black

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Massed
  Poisonous/Toxic
  Specimen
  Waterside
  Wild Flower
  Woodland

Flower Head Size
Very Large

Height
90-120 cm
35-47 inches

Spread
60-90 cm
23-35 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.