The cardinal flower favors wet, wild places to grow. It is the brightest of red-flowered wild- flowers.
Native perennial growing 3-4 feet tall producing blooms in late summer and fall.
Introduced to Europe by English plant collector John Tradescant 1626. The plant is named for
Introduced to Europe by English plant collector John Tradescant 1626. The plant is named for
the scarlet vestments worn by high-ranking officials of the Catholic Church.
Such a beautiful red Patsy! I bet it is a hummingbird's favorite.
ReplyDeleteThey have such pretty red blooms and the hummers will love you for them.
ReplyDeleteThe tree in your header is so pretty.
What a great plant Patsy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful flower.
ReplyDeleteHi Patsy,
ReplyDeleteThis is one beautiful plant and would love to have it growing in some of our wetlands.
I loved your post on the encyclopedia that Frank gave you, I bet you have enjoyed reading it.
Have a most blessed Sunday.
Sue