Penstemon barbatus

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Penstemon barbatus

Penstemon, Scarlet Bugler

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Information by: George Hull MSN Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

Description

Perennial that will grow to 6' x 3'. Plant forms a rosette of leaves at the base that are oblong to oval. Flower stalks have red two lipped flowers in early spring, sparsely in fall. Needs a well drained sites. Accepts full sun to partial shade. Attracts hummingbirds. Native in Utah into Mexico.

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Flower Color

Red

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

English Cottage, Meadow, Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.