Lobelia siphilitica --Great Blue Cardinal Flower--
Lobelia siphilitica --Great Blue Cardinal Flower--
Upright, clump-forming perennial with light to dark-blue, tubular flowers on erect stems summer through fall. Great for rain gardens and shady areas with wet or clay soils. Height 2 to 3 feet, spread 1.5 to 2 feet. Sun to full shade. Attracts butterflies & hummingbirds. Deer resistant.
Tags: All perennials, Archived, Attracts hummingbirds, Attracts pollinators, Da, Lobelias, Poisonous, Texas native
Caution: Do not ingest. Treat with respect. Consider using gloves when handling.