Queen Victoria Cardinal Flower

Queen Victoria Cardinal Flower is one of the most dramatically beautiful native perennials you can grow, combining towering spikes of fiery scarlet-red flowers with stunning deep burgundy foliage for a two-tone display that stops hummingbirds in their tracks. Growing 3–4 feet tall, this upright clump-forming perennial blooms from midsummer to early fall, providing critical late-season nectar for Ruby-throated Hummingbirds and monarch butterflies during their migration. Few plants deliver such a powerful combination of ornamental beauty and ecological impact.

• Fiery scarlet-red flower spikes bloom midsummer to early fall
• Stunning deep burgundy-red foliage provides season-long color contrast
• Irresistible to hummingbirds and monarch butterflies, vital migration fuel
• Upright, architectural habit, 3–4 ft. tall, perfect for borders and water features
• Native to North America, excellent ecological and pollinator value
• Deer and rabbit resistant, RHS Award of Garden Merit recipient
• Hardy in Zones 6–9

Queen Victoria Cardinal Flower thrives in full sun to part shade with rich, medium to moist soil, it particularly loves sites near ponds, streams, and rain gardens. Consistent moisture is essential; it does not tolerate drought. In hotter climates, afternoon shade helps preserve vigor. Mulch well to retain soil moisture. This perennial may be short-lived but readily self-seeds in ideal conditions to perpetuate itself in the garden. Divide clumps in spring every 2–3 years to maintain strong flowering. Plant near water features or in moist borders and watch the hummingbirds arrive. Order today!