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Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose'

Also Known As

  • Penstemon hybrida 'Cathedral HotRose'
  • Cathedral Hot Rose Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

    planting zones

    • 6b-9b

    Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose' plant details

    Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose'

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Flowers: pink blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose'

    USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
    Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    "Hummingbird traps!", this wildflower selection produces its deep-true rose-colored tubular flowers on 12-24" well-branched plants in late spring. S/M/GDr

    Gardening facts about Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose' plant

    How to Grow Penstemon 'Cathedral Hot Rose'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun
    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant
    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • gritty
    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green
    • Flower Color

      • pink
    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant
    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring
    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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