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Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869

Also Known As

  • Penstemon hybrida 'Cherry Sparks'
  • Cherry Sparks Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 15"-20"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869 plant details

Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer red 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 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 15 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: rabbit, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, bright cherry-red blossoms, with white throats bloom on 20 inch stems May through August. A more winter-hardy, and heat-tolerant variety, with sterile flowers. Re-flowering is encouraged with regular deadheading on this gorgeous penstemon that will be attractive to you and pollinators of all kinds.

Gardening facts about Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869 plant

How to Grow Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks' PP28869

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

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

    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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