Penstemon cardinalis

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Item # 75725
each $4.99
3 to 6 $4.79
7 or more $4.59

Penstemon cardinalis

Cardinal Penstemon

Quick Facts :: Growing Tips

Full and Afternoon Sun Xeric Attracts Hummingbirds Resists Rabbits Western Only  Legend

Description:

24-28”x 15” wide, (seed propagated). This is a seldom grown native of southern New Mexico and west Texas that thrives in the intense sun of the west. The flowers are an unusually deep rich red and hang gracefully off their tall spikes. Blooms in midsummer and is a great species to help keep the hummingbirds around your yard. Attractive large deep green leaves. A fantastic variety! Zones 5-9.

Special Notes:

Plant with Nepeta, Achillea kelleri and Gaillardia!

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QUICK FACTS
USDA Growing Zones 5 - 9
Make the Most of Color! Red
Regions Hot Desert, Western Only
Rain Less than 10in., 10in - 20in, 20in - 30in, 30in - 40in (with care)
Bloom Time Summer
Sun Full and Afternoon Sun
Soil Average Garden Soil, Sandy Garden Soil
Moisture Xeric
Height Medium - 12in. to 36in.
Attractive to Friendly Visitors Attracts Hummingbirds
Resistant to Hungry Critters Resists Rabbits
GROWING TIPS

Likes a lean well draining soil.