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Starship Scarlet Cardinal Flower-Attracts Pollinators 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

Starship Scarlet Cardinal Flower-Attracts Pollinators 2 Gallon (Pack of 2)

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Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Scarlet' Information Page
Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Scarlet'

Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Scarlet'

Description

Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Scarlet' is a striking perennial known for its vibrant scarlet-red flowers that bloom profusely in late summer. This plant adds a dramatic splash of color to gardens and is particularly attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies.

Suggested Uses

Ideal for borders, containers, and as a focal point in mixed plantings. Its vibrant color makes it a perfect choice for attracting pollinators to your garden.

Plant Details

  • Botanical Name Botanical Name: Lobelia speciosa 'Starship Scarlet'
  • Common Name Common Name: 'Starship Scarlet' Cardinal Flower
  • Size & Growth Size & Growth: 18-24 inches tall, 12-18 inches wide
  • Hardiness Zones Hardiness Zones: 6-10
  • Foliage Type Foliage Type: Deciduous
  • Bloom Time Bloom Time: Mid to late summer
  • Growth Rate Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Requirements Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
  • Attracts Pollinators Attracts Pollinators: Yes, especially hummingbirds and butterflies
  • Indoor Friendly Indoor Friendly: No
  • Container Friendly Container Friendly: Yes
  • Deer Resistant Deer Resistant: Yes
  • Pet Warning Pet Warning: Toxic if ingested
  • Fragrant Fragrant: No
  • Cut Flower Cut Flower: Yes
  • Grows Well With Grows Well With: Echinacea, Rudbeckia, and ornamental grasses

Care Tips

  • Planting Instructions Planting Instructions: Plant in spring after the last frost
  • Soil Moisture Soil Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist
  • Soil Type Soil Type: Rich, well-drained soil
  • Humidity Humidity: Prefers moderate humidity
  • Pruning Instructions Pruning Instructions: Deadhead spent flowers to encourage more blooms
  • Winter Care Winter Care: Mulch to protect roots in colder climates
  • Planting Depth Planting Depth: Plant at the same depth as in the pot
  • Fertilization Fertilization: Fertilize monthly during the growing season
  • Special Care Special Care: Protect from strong winds to prevent damage
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