Attract hummingbirds to your garden like never before with our Cardinal Flower seeds. This stunning North American native perennial is famous for its tall, elegant spikes of brilliant, true scarlet-red flowers. The intensely colored blooms are an absolute magnet for hummingbirds, providing a vital nectar source from mid-summer into fall. Cardinal Flower loves moist soil, making it a perfect choice for planting along streams, at the edge of a pond, or in a rain garden.
⭐ What you'll love
One of the absolute best plants for attracting hummingbirds to your garden.
Tall, elegant spires of brilliant, scarlet-red flowers provide a show-stopping display.
A beautiful native wildflower that thrives in moist, damp soils.
A hardy perennial that will return year after year.
🌿 Seed details
Plant Name: Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis)
Seed Quantity: Approx. 250 seeds
Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
Lifecycle: Perennial
Height: 2-4 feet
Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed.
USDA Zone: 3-9
Origin: American Grown
🌱 Growing instructions
Sowing: Direct sow seeds outdoors in the fall for a natural cold period.
Stratification: For spring planting, a 30-day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator is required.
Depth: Press seeds into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Do not cover.
Spacing: Space or thin plants to 18-24 inches apart.
Light Requirement: Full Sun to Partial Shade.
Soil: Prefers rich, consistently moist soil. It will not tolerate dry conditions.
✅ Our seed packets
Professionally designed and made.
Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!
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