cardinal flower
Lobelia 'Cotton Candy'
Overview
Cardinal Flower (Lobelia 'Cotton Candy') is a captivating plant with blooms to match. Its large, star-shaped flowers of deep pink to lilac hues radiate from thin, straight stems above foliage of bright green. This fast-growing annual can reach heights of up to three feet (90 cm). Once planted, these flowers will add a dreamy, calming atmosphere to any garden or landscape. Flowering from late summer until the first hard frosts, this hardy plant does best in full sun but will still thrive in partially-shaded areas if watered regularly.
Care Guide
Watering
Frequent — every "3-4" days.
Light
Full sun, part shade.
Temperature
Hardiness zone 5-9.
Pruning
Best pruned in May, May.
Propagation
Division, Cutting, Seed Propagation, Layering Propagation
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