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Lobelia inflata

Cardinal Flower

Family: Campanulaceae

Type: Herbaceous perennial

Height: Average or 3-5ft but can reach up to 7ft

Bloom: A lemony yellow tubular flower opening from June to September 

Water: Medium

Sunlight: Full sun to part shade

Attracts: Birds and Butterflies/Pollinators

Propagation: Seed

Tolerates: All soil types, prefers a neutral pH, drought


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