In late July to early August, the upright stalks are topped with compact heads of rich purple flowers. Cardinal flowers perform best in moist to damp soils. This 1986 cardinal flower introduction from Thurman Maness was originally found by H.S. Bradley. This is the latest color selection in the Benary's lobelia hybrids. These hybrids, which include our native L. cardinalis and L. speciosa, are renowned for their large flowers and unique color range.
Cardinal flowers are best in moist soils in plenty of sun.
Beginning in late July, this denizen of swamps bursts into a 4' stem topped with clear-white tubular flowers.