Cherry Sparks Beardtongue Penstemon hybrida
Exposure
- Sun
Flower Season
- Spring
- Summer
Mature Size
Height: 18" - 20"
Spread: 14" - 16"
Height: 46cm - 51cm
Spread: 36cm - 41cm
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Details
18 - 20 Inches16 - 18 Inches14 - 16 Inches46cm - 51cm41cm - 46cm36cm - 41cmFeatures
Double the flowering time of classic Beardtongue! The large cherry-red bells with white throats of Penstemon Cherry Sparks explode with color for major impact. No seed heads on this variety as flowers are sterile. Beardtongue is a North American native plant that produces charming colorful tubular flowers that attract butterflies, hummingbirds, and bees.
Heat TolerantAttracts:HummingbirdsCharacteristics
Plant Type:PerennialHeight Category:MediumGarden Height:18 - 20 Inches 46cm - 51cmSpacing:16 - 18 Inches 41cm - 46cmSpread:14 - 16 Inches 36cm - 41cmFlower Colors:RedFlower Shade:Cherry RedFoliage Colors:GreenFoliage Shade:Green ShadesHabit:UprightContainer Role:ThrillerPlant Needs
Light Requirement:SunThe optimum amount of sun or shade each plant needs to thrive: Full Sun (6+ hours), Part Sun (4-6 hours), Full Shade (up to 4 hours).
Maintenance Category:EasyBloom Time:Spring through SummerHardiness Zones:5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9bWater Category:AverageUses:Border PlantUses:Cut FlowerUses:Mass PlantingMaintenance Notes:Penstemon perform best in sunny locations with well-drained soils.
Fertilize once per month for best results.
Removing spent flower stems will encourage repeat blooming.
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