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Cardinal Flower 'Black Truffles'
Lobelia 'Black Truffles'
from $16.99 · 1GAL
- Deer resistant
- Native
Lobelia 'Great Blue' · See all Lobelia
Cardinal Flower ‘Great Blue’ is a full-sun to shade, deer-resistant, native perennial hardy to zone 4; we sell it in 1-gallon pots for $14.99 at both stores.
| Height & spread | 24–36 in tall |
|---|---|
| Sun | Full sun, Part sun, Part shade, Shade |
| Soil moisture | Wet |
| Hardiness | USDA zones 4–9 |
| Bloom season | Summer |
| Flower color | Blue |
| Attracts | Pollinators, Butterflies, Hummingbirds |
| Toxic to pets | Yes — keep away from pets |
| Pot size | Price |
|---|---|
| 1GAL | $14.99 |
Call South Portland or Westbrook to check availability.
Availability may change and prices are subject to change.
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Yes. Great Blue cardinal flower is rarely bothered by deer, which makes it a good choice for Maine gardens with deer pressure.
Great Blue cardinal flower grows best in full sun to shade.
Yes. It’s hardy to USDA zone 4, and Greater Portland is zone 5b–6a, so it comes back reliably each year.
Great Blue cardinal flower grows 24–36 in tall.
No. It’s listed as toxic to pets, so plant it where cats and dogs can’t nibble it.