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Penstemon Scarlet Queen

Scientific Name: Penstemon 'Scharlachknigin'

Also Known As

  • Penstemon hartwegii 'Scarlet Queen'
  • Penstemon x 'Scarlet Queen'
  • Scarlet Queen Beard Tongue
  • Scarlet Queen Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 48"

planting zones

  • 8a-10b

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Penstemon Scarlet Queen plant details

Penstemon Scarlet Queen is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon Scarlet Queen

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 48 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: border plant, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon Scarlet Queen

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Penstemon Scarlet Queen plant

How to Grow Penstemon Scarlet Queen

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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