Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby'

Also Known As

Coral Baby Beard Tongue
Coral Baby Southwestern Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 16"-20"
W: 12"-14"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby' plant details

Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer coral flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 14 IN - wide, 16 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: coral blooms in spring and summer
Uses: rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Penstemon barbatus is a strong species which has good overwintering success in coastal BC and cold climates unlike many hybrid beard tongues. 'Coral Baby' is a special selection with glowing, intense, coral-pink, tubular flowers produced continuously from mid spring until frost! The hummers will be drunk with their appreciation as will the bees and butterflies. Bright green foliage sets off the flowers. Full sun and well-drained soil.