Plants in genus lobelia
Lobelia laxiflora ssp. angustifolia
Lobelia laxiflora ssp. angustifolia is native to the Sierra Madre Occidental mountain range, featuring red and yellow banded tubular flowers from early May. It is adaptable to both wet and dry soils.
Lobelia 'Wildwood Splendor'
Lobelia 'Wildwood Splendor' is a hybrid plant known for its light purple/amethyst flowers that bloom from late summer to early fall. It grows nearly 4 feet tall and is best planted in a moist border or by the edge of an aquatic garden.
Lobelia 'Sparkle Devine'
Lobelia 'Sparkle Devine' is a robust plant with 3-foot tall spikes of fuchsia purple flowers, blooming from early August. It is a selection known for its vigorous growth and is attractive to butterflies.
Lobelia cardinalis 'Pink Flamingo'
Lobelia cardinalis 'Pink Flamingo' is a perennial with soft pink flowers that bloom from mid-summer to early fall. It performs best in moist conditions and is native to North America.
Lobelia 'Purple Towers'
Lobelia 'Purple Towers' is a seedling selection likely from L. cardinalis x L. siphilitica, known for its dusty dark purple flowers. It grows on sturdy stalks up to 30 inches tall and begins flowering in July, adding a striking vertical element to garden landscapes.
Lobelia speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose'
Lobelia speciosa 'Fan Orchid Rose' is a tetraploid cardinal flower with orchid pink blooms that appear in late summer and fall. This seed strain from Germany's Benary Seed Company is known for attracting butterflies and thrives in sun to light shade conditions. It is a striking addition to rain gardens and perennial borders.
Lobelia 'Jac Mac Master'
Lobelia 'Jac Mac Master' is a hybrid plant known for its vibrant purple flowers and shiny green leaves. This perennial is attractive to butterflies and thrives in both sun and shade, making it versatile for various garden settings. Its striking flower color and ease of growth make it a popular choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of color to their landscapes.
Lobelia 'Russian Princess'
Lobelia 'Russian Princess' is a striking perennial known for its red-purple flowers and purple leaves. This plant is a hybrid that attracts butterflies, making it a valuable addition to pollinator gardens. Lobelia 'Russian Princess' thrives in both sun and light shade, making it a versatile choice for various garden settings. Its unique coloration and ability to attract wildlife make it a standout choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of drama to their plantings. This plant's ornamental appeal and adaptability to different light conditions make it a popular choice for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Lobelia 'Red Beauty'
Lobelia 'Red Beauty' is a selection by Don Jacobs, known for its rosy-red flowers that bloom from mid-July until late August. This plant is a favorite among butterflies and hummingbirds, making it a great choice for wildlife-friendly gardens. Lobelia 'Red Beauty' thrives in sun to light shade and is well-suited for rain gardens or as a striking focal point in garden borders. Its vibrant flowers and long blooming period make it a standout addition to any garden.
Lobelia speciosa 'Fan Deep Red'
Lobelia speciosa 'Fan Deep Red' is known for its rich, velvety flowers that are a shade darker than its counterpart, L. 'Compliment Deep Red'. It features felty green leaves and produces flower spikes in late summer, attracting butterflies to the garden.
Lobelia siphilitica 'Lilac Candles'
Lobelia siphilitica 'Lilac Candles' is a dwarf perennial native to the United States, featuring light green foliage and lilac flowers. It grows up to 18 inches tall and thrives in moist meadows and stream banks, showing drought tolerance in cultivation.
Lobelia erinus 'Laguna Compact Blue With Eye'
Lobelia erinus 'Laguna Compact Blue With Eye' is an award-winning variety with large, vivid flowers that bloom from spring through fall. It has a semi-upright habit and compact nature, making it more heat and cold tolerant than some other lobelias. This plant grows up to a foot in height and attracts butterflies, making it a delightful addition to any garden.
Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle'
Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' is a native plant with striking purple-black foliage and 4-foot tall spikes of bright red flowers that attract hummingbirds. This deciduous plant thrives in average to moist soils and is found from Canada to Florida. Its vibrant flowers and unique foliage make it a standout in any garden.
Lobelia 'Monet Moment'
Lobelia 'Monet Moment' is a new cardinal flower variety with large, rich-pink blooms on 3-foot tall stems. It flowers in early August for 3-5 weeks and is a favorite among hummingbirds. This plant prefers slightly moist soils and should not be covered with debris or mulch during overwintering.
Lobelia 'Wildwood Parade'
Lobelia 'Wildwood Parade' is a striking hybrid known for its watermelon red flowers and branched inflorescence. This perennial plant reaches up to 3 feet in height and blooms in late summer, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. It is well-suited for rain gardens and can thrive in both sun and light shade. The vibrant flowers and robust growth make it a standout addition to any garden, providing color and interest as summer transitions to fall.
Lobelia cardinalis 'Towering Inferno'
Lobelia cardinalis 'Towering Inferno' is a striking plant known for its height of 7 feet and bright red flower heads. It blooms in late August and prefers moist, rich soils, making it ideal for rain gardens or wetland areas. This plant attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding wildlife interest to gardens. Lobelia cardinalis is a great choice for those looking to add vertical interest and vibrant color to their garden spaces.
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Violet'
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Violet' is a hybrid lobelia known for its large, velvety violet-purple flowers that bloom in midsummer. This plant grows up to 3 feet tall and is a favorite among hummingbirds. It thrives in moist soils with plenty of sun, making it an excellent choice for rain gardens or sunny borders. Its unique color range and flat winter rosettes add interest to any garden setting.
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Scarlet'
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Scarlet' is a hybrid with large, brilliant scarlet red flowers that bloom from late summer into fall. It attracts butterflies and is well-suited for rain gardens and sun to light shade locations.
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Deep Red'
Lobelia speciosa 'Compliment Deep Red' is a hybrid plant developed by Dr. Wray Bowden, featuring large, velvety wine-red flowers. It blooms from late summer to early fall on 3-foot tall, non-branching vertical stalks, attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.
Lobelia 'Rose Beacon'
Lobelia 'Rose Beacon' is a cardinal flower introduced in 1986, known for its rosy pink summer blooms. It thrives in rich garden soil or boggy conditions, making it suitable for rain gardens and wet areas.
Lobelia 'Crown Royal'
Lobelia 'Crown Royal' is a perennial plant with dark red-purple foliage and brilliant red flowers. It forms a winter rosette that rises to over 2 feet in August, thriving in slightly moist areas and attracting butterflies.