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Lobelia cardinalis ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’
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Lobelia cardinalis ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’
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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.

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Lobelia cardinalis ‘Fried Green Tomatoes’


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Plant Uses & Characteristics
Height
   75-90 cm
   29-35 inches
Spread
   45-60 cm
   18-23 inches
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.