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.
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Lobelia cardinalis ‘Black Truffle’
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Height 90-120 cm 35-47 inches
Spread 60-90 cm 23-35 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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