General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Perennial
Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Water Preferences: In Water
Wet
Wet Mesic
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 4a -34.4 °C (-30 °F) to -31.7 °C (-25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 8b
Plant Height: 24 - 36 inches
Plant Spread: 24 - 30 inches
Leaves: Unusual foliage color
Other: Maroon leaves in spring, which age to a blend of olive green and bronze
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Red
Other: Tomato red
Flower Time: Summer
Late summer or early fall
Other: July - September
Uses: Cut Flower
Wildlife Attractant: Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
Toxicity: Leaves are poisonous
Other: Foliage contains alkaloids which are very toxic to humans if ingested.
Propagation: Seeds: Will not come true from seed
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots
Miscellaneous: Patent/Plant Breeders' Rights: PP21,958

Common names
  • Cardinal Flower

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