Lobelia Cardinalis 'Queen Victoria' (Cardinal Flower)

£7.99

Position: full sun or partial shade
Soil: deep, fertile, moist soil
Rate of growth: average
Flowering period: August to October
Hardiness: fully hardy Stunning spikes of scarlet, five-petalled flowers rise up in late summer among beautiful, beetroot-coloured foliage. This gorgeous cardinal flower brings a splash of vibrant colour to the garden just as many perennials are fading. It is excellent for filling gaps left by early-flowering perennials in a mixed or herbaceous border and suits a planting scheme based on 'hot' colours.Garden care: Divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch, such as straw.

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