Queen Victoria Cardinal Flower
Lobelia fulgens ‘Queen Victoria’
SKU: TL-Stachyssilvcar-1
USDA Zone:
5 to 9
Watering Needs:
Keep soil evenly moist
Sun Needs:
Full sun to partial shade
A plant with serious drama and presence, ‘Queen Victoria’ Cardinal Flower explodes into fiery scarlet blooms atop rich, beet-red foliage, creating a stunning contrast in garden beds and wet landscapes. Tall, upright spikes of flowers appear from mid to late summer, drawing in hummingbirds, butterflies, and pollinators like a natural beacon. Perfect for bog gardens, pond edges, rain gardens, and moisture-rich borders, this hardy, deer-resistant perennial thrives in consistently damp soils and brings bold color where other plants struggle.
Available!
Size : 2 Pack 4"$18.99
Average Landscape Size:
Height - 36 in-to 48 in, Width - 12 in to 18 in
Flowering Season:
Summer
Landscape Use:
Border, groundcover, mass planting, rock garden, urban garden, wildlife garden
Special Features:
Distinctive Foliage, Vibrant Blooms, Award-Winning
| Growth Habit | Upright |
|---|---|
| Foliage Color | Beet Red |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Size | 2 Pack 4" |
Watering Needs:
Keep soil evenly moist
- Light: Thrives in full sun to partial shade; prefers afternoon shade in warmer climates.
- Soil: Prefers rich, moist to wet soils; ideal for pond edges, bog gardens, and damp borders.
- Watering: Requires consistently moist soil—avoid letting it dry out.
- Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms for prolonged flowering; cut back after blooming to maintain shape.
- Hardiness: Hardy to USDA zones 5-9—cold-hardy and moisture-loving.
- Additional Tips: Perfect for rain gardens, moist borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes. Deer-resistant, attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, and thrives with little care.
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