Red Cardinal Flower – Lobelia cardinalis Bare Roots | Set of 5 | Native Perennial | Hummingbird & Pollinator Plant

Bring vibrant native beauty to your garden with this set of 5 Red Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) bare roots. Famous for its brilliant scarlet-red flower spikes that bloom from midsummer into early fall, this North American native perennial is a favorite of hummingbirds, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators. Perfect for rain gardens, pond edges, woodland gardens, and moist landscape beds, Cardinal Flower adds bold color and supports local wildlife. Each healthy bare root is ready to plant and establish for seasons of spectacular blooms.

You will receive:
✔️ 5 Red Cardinal Flower bare roots
✔️ Healthy dormant bare root divisions
✔️ No pot included
✔️ Ready for planting in garden beds or containers
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Red Cardinal Flower
Botanical Name: Lobelia cardinalis
Plant Type: Native herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Bare root dormant plants
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, moist to wet, well-draining soil
Watering: Keep consistently moist; does not tolerate prolonged drought
Mature Height: 2–4 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 3–9
Container Friendly: Yes, with consistent moisture

💡 Care Tip: Plant bare roots promptly in moist, fertile soil with the crown just below the soil surface. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil evenly moist throughout the growing season to encourage strong growth and abundant scarlet blooms that attract hummingbirds and butterflies.