Lobelia splendens
aka
L. fulgens
Great Blue Lobelia, Mexican Lobelia
7
Eastern United States
2-3 feet tall and 18 inches wide
Blue flowers
Later than those of cardinal flower
More pubescence on the leaves, slightly larger flowers than cardinal flower and the stems have a reddish hue
Partial shade and constant moisture
'Alba' - White flowers. 2-3 feet tall
'Bees' Flame' - Hot red flowers and purplish-red foliage. Plant height is 5 feet.
'Queen Victoria' - Bright red flowers and reddish leaves. 5 feet tall.
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