Lobelia cardinalis - P9

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Lobelia fulgens.

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower

Growth habit
Upright, clump-forming.

Water
The plant needs plenty of water. Do not allow the soil to dry out.

Water depth
0 - 10 cm

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Pruning: In the period from October to November.

Care
- This perennial should be cut back in autumn/late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel. - In harsh locations, protection from the sun is only recommended in the event of frost.

Flower
Lobelia cardinalis forms red flowers arranged in panicles from July.

Use
Cut, bee pasture, pond edge, stream, pond, herbaceous border