Cardinal Flower - Lobelia cardinalis
 
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Lobelia cardinalis, Cardinal Flower, is easily grown in moist to wet soils but can be established in up-land sites as well. They will tolerate full sun to light afternoon shade with a blooming period of mid-summer to early fall. The brilliant red flowers are borne on erect terminal spikes rising to a height of 2-3′. The flowers are very attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. They add late summer blooms and height to borders or water gardens.