Cardinal Flower (Lobelia cardinalis) - 250 Seeds Features: Non-GMO American Grown Seeds Deer Resistant Bee Friendly Butterfly Friendly Hummingbird Friendly USDA Zones: 3-10 Description: The Cardinal Flower stands out with its brilliant red blooms, providing a striking pop of color from late summer into early autumn. This perennial plant is a magnet for hummingbirds, butterflies, and bees, making it a beautiful and wildlife-friendly addition to any garden. Whether near ponds, streams, or damp garden areas, Cardinal Flower thrives in moist soil and is perfect for wet environments. Growing Instructions: Direct Sowing: Sow seeds in late fall directly onto the soil surface, as they need light for germination. Spring Planting: Mix seeds with moist sand, refrigerate for 60 days before planting. Indoor Planting: Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost of spring. Keep the soil lightly moist until germination. Transplanting: Once seedlings are manageable and frost-free, transplant them outdoors. Keep the soil consistently moist. Care: Cardinal Flowers thrive in wet environments and may self-sow under optimal conditions. For best results, divide mature plants in early spring.