Lobelia cardinalis Black Truffle
Never, has a true, native cardinal flower been available with such deep, dark foliage and bright red flowers. The combination is stunning! We are happy to be working with native plantsman, extraordinaire, Peter Heus from West Virginia on this exciting new introduction. Black Truffle was selected for its nearly black foliage and bushy, upright habit. It's a hummingbird magnet and so much more. If you've ever dreamed of a perennial coleus - this plants is your dream come true. The foliage emerges nearly black with an oil-slick looking sheen to it. As the summer months go on and the heat turns up, the foliage turns shiny maroon and stays that way until the cardinal red flowers appear. The foliage lasts from May to a hard frost and will give you months of enjoyment as the hummingbirds and butterflies frequent it often.
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Who Am I?
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Common Name
Black Truffle cardinal flower -
Botanical Name
Lobelia cardinalis 'Black Truffle' PP25687
Cultural Details
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Bloom Time
August-September -
Size
3-4' tall by 2-3' wide -
Hardiness Zone
3-8 -
Light
Full sun -
Soil
Average garden soil -
Moisture
Average to moist -
Disease & Pests
None known -
Landscape Use
Borders, rain gardens, hummingbird gardens, foundations, naturalistic plantings, mass plantings -
Propagation
Tissue Culture, URC