Lobelia cardinalis 'Queen Victoria'
cardinal flower
Stunning spikes of scarlet, five-petalled flowers rise up in late summer among beautiful, beetroot-coloured foliage. This gorgeous cardinal flower brings a splash of vibrant colour to the garden just as many perennials are fading. It is excellent for filling gaps left by early-flowering perennials in a mixed or herbaceous border and suits a planting scheme based on 'hot' colours.
How to care for Lobelia cardinalis Queen Victoria:
When planting Lobelia cardinalis in aquatic pots, position the pot so the crown of the plant sits just at or slightly below the waterline—no more than 7cm (3in) deep. Top the soil with a thin layer of gravel to keep it in place and prevent fish disturbance if used in a pond.
Once established, divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch, such as straw if above the waterline.
This moisture-loving plant can also be grown in reliably moist soil in beds and borders. Please see our border pot range here.
Once established, divide large clumps of plants every second year in spring. Protect the crown of the plant during winter with a thick, dry mulch, such as straw if above the waterline.
This moisture-loving plant can also be grown in reliably moist soil in beds and borders. Please see our border pot range here.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.9m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Position:
Full sun / light shade
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Aquatic / Reliably damp or boggy
Hardiness:
Fully hardy
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This perennial dies back to below ground level each year in autumn, then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Humans/Pets: Harmful if eaten; skin irritant
3 × 9cm pots
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1 litre aquatic pot
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3 × 1 litre aquatic pots
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£13.33 each
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