Description
Infuse your garden with bold color and height using Cardinal Flower 'Starship™ Blue', a standout perennial with dramatic spikes of violet-blue flowers from mid-summer into early fall. This vigorous bloomer features slender, deep green foliage that lets its vibrant blossoms shine, making it ideal for borders, containers, and rain gardens. Beloved by hummingbirds and butterflies, 'Starship™ Blue' adds both beauty and ecological value to Massachusetts landscapes while also serving as a striking cut flower.
This fast-growing perennial thrives in full sun to part shade and moist, rich soils, even tolerating periods of standing water. Its upright form reaches 24″ tall and 18″ wide, perfect for mass plantings or as a vertical accent in container designs. Low-maintenance and adaptable to urban conditions, 'Starship™ Blue' Lobelia provides long-lasting seasonal interest and essential support for pollinators. For best performance, clean up in early spring and take care not to disturb the crown before new growth emerges.
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.
*This plant may not be in bloom at the time of purchase. Whether pre- or post-bloom, rest assured it’s healthy—just not at its showiest.
Plant Specs:
Botanical Name: Lobelia 'Starship Blue'
Color: violet-blue
Light: full sun, part sun
Watering: 1 – 2 times per week while becoming established
Soil: rich
Zone: 5 – 10
Plant Shape: upright, towering
Plant Type: dense herbaceous perennial
Mature Size: height (30″), width (14″)
Blooming Season: mid summer – early fall
Growth Rate: fast
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