Lobelia cardinalis ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’

Cardinal Flower

USDA Zone: 4-9

Plant number: 1.328.030

An outstanding and easy-to-grow selection of the eastern native Cardinal Flower. This emerges with maroon leaves in spring, which age to a blend of olive green and bronze. Taller stems appear in mid to late summer, holding spikes of bright scarlet-red trumpets that are a magnet for hummingbirds. Long-lived and happy in average to moist soil. This is by far the most "growable" Cardinal Flower yet to be introduced. Discovered as a seedling by a nursery in Pennsylvania. A 2009 introduction from Plants Nouveau. USPP#21958: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF. CAUTION: Harmful if eaten.

Further details for
Lobelia cardinalis ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade

Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Average or
Moist

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Deep Green

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

Flower Head Size
Medium

Height
75-90 cm
29-35 inches

Spread
45-60 cm
18-23 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.