Description
Black Truffle Cardinal Flower is a dramatic and eye-catching addition to any Massachusetts garden. This perennial features tall, scarlet-red flower spikes that rise above foliage that starts nearly black and matures to deep burgundy. The rich leaf color, highlighted by coppery and gray-green tones, provides season-long interest. Black Truffle Cardinal Flower is especially striking in groupings or along moist borders and makes a bold statement in container plantings.
Well-suited for New England gardens, Black Truffle Cardinal Flower thrives in full sun to partial shade and moist soil conditions. It attracts hummingbirds and butterflies, adding movement and color to your outdoor space without attracting deer. With low maintenance needs and high visual impact, this plant is a favorite for those looking to bring pollinator-friendly beauty to Massachusetts landscapes. Black Truffle Cardinal Flower is both ornamental and resilient, perfect for adding height and depth to garden beds.
Each plant comes in a #1 (1 gallon) growers container. The image shown represents an example of what you may receive. Please note that the height, shape, and fullness of each plant may vary due to natural growth patterns. Rest assured, we will select the healthiest and most vibrant plant for you.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle'
Color: red
Light: full sun – part sun
Watering: 1 – 2 times per week while becoming established
Soil: rich
Zone: 3 – 8
Plant Shape: upright, towering
Plant Type: dense herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (4'), width (20″)
Blooming Season: mid summer – early fall
Growth Rate: fast
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