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.
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