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Cardinal flower 'Bee's Flame'

Lobelia cardinalis

Bee's Flame is part of the Lobelia genus and is a Cardinal flower variety. Its scientific name is Lobelia cardinalis 'Bee's Flame'. This variety is a Flower that typically grows as an Perennial, which is defined as a plant that matures and completes its lifecycle over the course of three years or more. Bee's Flame normally reaches to a mature height of 2.93 feet (90.0 cm).

Bee's Flame Cardinal flower needs a moderate amount of maintenance, so some level of previous experience comes in handy when growing this plant. Ensure that you are aware of the soil, sun, ph and water requirements for this plant and keep an eye out for pests.

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How to grow Cardinal flower 'Bee's Flame'

  • Full Sun

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  • Medium

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Bee's Flame is thought of as very hardy, so this plant will tend to survive through freezing conditions. The USDA Hardiness Zones typically associated with Bee's Flame are Zone 2 and Zone 9.

Growing Bee's Flame from seed

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Bee's Flame about 105 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Bee's Flame

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Bee's Flame is a very hardy plant.

Harvesting Bee's Flame

Cardinal flower 'Bee's Flame' information

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