Scrophularia 'TNSCRCR' ('Cardinale Red') Red birds in a tree.
An attractive and unusual variety with a short bushy habit and fresh green foliage; deep red flowers that resemble small birds cover the plant from late spring until frost; drought tolerant once established; perfect for sunny beds, borders, or containers
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage.
This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. It is a good choice for attracting bees and hummingbirds to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree's serrated pointy leaves remain green in colour throughout the season on a plant with an upright spreading habit of growth.
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree will grow to be about 20 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 18 inches apart. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 15 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. Note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Details
Botanical Name
Scrophularia 'TNSCRCR'
Common Name
Cardinale Red™ Red Birds In A Tree
Hardiness Zone
- 5
Appearance
Max Height
22 Inches
Max Spread
20 Inches
Plant Form
- Upright Spreading
Foliage Colour
- Green
Fall Colour
Flower Colour
- Red
Edible
Edible Component
Edible Harvest Period
Edible Use
Fruit Colour
Growing
Flowering Period
From Late Spring To Mid Fall
Moisture
Dry To Average
Sunlight
Full Sun
Maintenance
Deer Resistance
Yes
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Scrophularia 'TNSCRCR' ('Cardinale Red') Red birds in a tree.
An attractive and unusual variety with a short bushy habit and fresh green foliage; deep red flowers that resemble small birds cover the plant from late spring until frost; drought tolerant once established; perfect for sunny beds, borders, or containers
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree is an herbaceous perennial with an upright spreading habit of growth. Its relatively fine texture sets it apart from other garden plants with less refined foliage.
This is a relatively low maintenance plant, and should be cut back in late fall in preparation for winter. It is a good choice for attracting bees and hummingbirds to your yard, but is not particularly attractive to deer who tend to leave it alone in favor of tastier treats. It has no significant negative characteristics.
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree's serrated pointy leaves remain green in colour throughout the season on a plant with an upright spreading habit of growth.
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree will grow to be about 20 inches tall at maturity, with a spread of 20 inches. When grown in masses or used as a bedding plant, individual plants should be spaced approximately 18 inches apart. Its foliage tends to remain dense right to the ground, not requiring facer plants in front. It grows at a fast rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for approximately 15 years. As an herbaceous perennial, this plant will usually die back to the crown each winter, and will regrow from the base each spring. Be careful not to disturb the crown in late winter when it may not be readily seen!
Cardinale Red Birds In A Tree is a fine choice for the garden, but it is also a good selection for planting in outdoor pots and containers. With its upright habit of growth, it is best suited for use as a 'thriller' in the 'spiller-thriller-filler' container combination; plant it near the center of the pot, surrounded by smaller plants and those that spill over the edges. Note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden.
Pot Size
- #1
Height or Caliper
- -
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