Cardinal Flower - Lobelia cardinalis - Gallon

Have what you would describe as a ditch? Perfect. This beautiful native will thrive there and in moist soils in full sun to dappled shade. Can handle dry sites if they’re fairly shady, but it’s usually shorter lived in those conditions. A favorite of hummingbirds.

Height: 1-3’ typically, but can grow up to 6’ in the wild

Blooms: May - October if you’re lucky and it’s happy, Red

Soil: Well-drained, moist

Light: Shade to full sun