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Penstemon barbatus

Also Known As

Beardlip penstemon
Golden-beard Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 1'-3'
W: 1'-3'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Penstemon barbatus plant details

Penstemon barbatus is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon barbatus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon barbatus

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Rosettes of leathery green basal leaves give rise to 3' spikes of scarlet red sharks head flowers these are from R.M.R.P. and our local hummingbirds love them. ZONE 5

By: Arrowhead Alpines

A clumping perennial. Loose rosettes of glossy blue-green spoon shaped leaves form low compact clumps. In spring and again in autumn, tall open spires of pale red, tubular, pendant flowers, arise from the centre of each rosette. A splendid and resilient perennial fora sunny garden. Cut back stems when finished.