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Genus: Lobelia Species: cardinalis Common Name: Cardinal Flower Family: Campanulaceae + Lobeliaceae Order: Asterales Native: Eastern North America Habit: Herbaceous Perennial Height: 2 to 4 feet Width: 1 to 2 feet Flowering Season: Summer to Fall Flower Color: Red, pink or white Propagation: Seed or division Zone: 3-9 Note: Flowers of this clump-forming plant attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Cardinal Flower is suitable for perennial borders, woodland gardens, and near streams or ponds. Prefers sunny to partly shady, moist, well-drained, organic-rich soil.