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    Penstemon bicolor

    Also Known As

    • Pinto Beardtongue

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 2'-4'
    • W: 2'-3'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

    Penstemon bicolor plant details

    Penstemon bicolor is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with. In spring and summer pink and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon bicolor

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 2 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: pink and yellow blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: serrated leaves

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon bicolor

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Gardening facts about Penstemon bicolor plant

    How to Grow Penstemon bicolor

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • yellow

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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