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Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose'

Also Known As

  • Tubular Bells Rose Beard Tongue
  • Tubular Bells Rose Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

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Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose' plant details

Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose' is a fast-growing broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with bronze and green foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze and green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Long blooming, vigorous, and EASY to grow. To 2' tall this South American Penstemon bears a profusion of large red bells with contrasting darker red and white stripes on sturdy stem. Self-cleaning too-so no dead heading. South American Penstemons do very well in our climate, not needing the perfect drainage of the familiar rocky mountain varieties.

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose' plant

How to Grow Penstemon hartwegii 'Tubular Bells Rose'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • bronze
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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