How Do You Plant Cardinal Plant Seeds?
The cardinal plant (Lobelia cardinalis) is a shade-loving flowering perennial. The wildflower thrives in USDA hardiness zones 2 through 10, and reaches a height of up to 2 feet. It can be found growing wild in fields, and is often used in backyards to add a vibrant flash of orange or red color to a shady plot in a garden. The wildflower naturally scatters its seeds after its summer blooming session. Sow cardinal plant seeds on your own to start growing the plant in a new area. Obtain cardinal plant seeds from a nursery or garden store, or from a specialty mail-order catalog that features wildflower species. Alternatively, harvest seeds from a mature cardinal plant. Collect the dried seed head, left behind after a flower has wilted. Crush it to expose the tiny seeds inside. Choose your garden plot for the flowers. Cardinal plants require even, well-drained loamy soil. Remove all surface plants and debris. Rake the area to remove sticks and rocks. Break apart the soil with a spade to a d
