Lobelia cardinalis Black Truffle #1
Lobelia cardinalis Black Truffle #1
Black Truffle Cardinal Flower
Dark burgundy foliage, glowing red flowers, dramatic wetland perennial
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The best dark-foliaged cardinal flower on the market with dramatic, chocolatey-purple foliage with bold red flowers. Performs best in areas with consistent moisture. Great for rain gardens. A magnet for hummingbirds and butterflies. 3 - 4'
Botanical Name- Lobelia cardinalis Black Truffle
Pronunciation- loh-BEE-lee-uh kar-din-AL-iss
Foliage- Deciduous
Mature Width-
Mature Height-
Sun Exposure- Sun to part sun
Soil Preferences- Average to wet, compost enriched
Current Size- #1
Bloom Color- Red
Bloom Time- July - August
Companion Plants- Polygonum persicaria 'Painter's Palette' (dark stems vs variegated leaves)
Fauna Attracted- Hummingbirds (especially cardinal flower), bees, butterflies
Plant Habit- Perennial
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin - PP49B
Yearly Care Instructions- Pinch spent blooms to encourage rebloom; keep soil moist and fertilize regularly.
Trimming Instructions- Deadhead during blooming. Cut back in late fall.
Fertilization Instructions- Use a balanced, water-soluble fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) every 4-6 weeks in summer; moderate feeding need. Amend clay with compost to enhance drainage.
Fertilizer Recommendation- Flower-tone
Possible Issues- Aphids, crown rot
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