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Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' '

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-30"
  • W: 10"-16"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' ' plant details

Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' ' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' '

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 16 IN - wide, 18 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' '

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Penstemon barbatus ‘Twizzle Scarlet’ is an award winning hardy perennial. Numerous, upright stems lined with an abundance of vivid, scarlet-red tubular flowers. Beardtongue flowers are a hummingbird feast. Grows in a compact, deciduous clumping habit. Easily grown in any well-drained soil. Provides long lasting color in mixed borders, containers and patio planters. Requires little water once established. Beardtongue is a drought tolerant.

Gardening facts about Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' ' plant

How to Grow Penstemon barbatus 'Twizzle Scarlet' '

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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