Cardinal flower is well known for having gorgeous green foliage, and stunning pink flowers that bloom all summer long. The plants usually grow to 2 ½ feet tall. The bright green leaves are narrow and ovate. Each flower is 1-2 inches long and has two lips, with the three lobes of the lower lip appearing more prominent than the two lobes of the upper lip. Hummingbirds and butterflies love the flowers.
Common Name: Cardinal Flower
Use: Hardy Marginal
Flower Color: Red
Leaf Color: Dark green turning reddish
Height: 2-3'
Width: 3'' to 8''
Container Size: 1 gallon or larger
Fertilizer: 2 tablets monthly
Hardiness Zone: 6 to11
Light Conditions: Full sun to partial shade
Native To: North America
Available As: 2'' and 4'' pots
Planting and Care Instructions For Water Garden Plants
MARGINAL OR BOG PLANTS Marginal plants should be planted in individual containers of approximately 1 to 3 gallon capacity. Some marginal plants are grown in 2' net pots and it is recommended that you plant without removing these net pots as not to damage the roots. Plant as you would the lilies, but when adding fertilizer tablets, use 1 tablet for 1 gallon size pots and 2 tablets for 2 or 3 gallon size pots. Marginal plants should be lowered to a depth of only 1 to 3 inches. They grow out of the water and are usually found at the water's edge.
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