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Penstemon cardinalis
Cardinal Penstemon
Quick Facts :: Growing Tips
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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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Penstemon cardinalis
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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
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Likes a lean well draining soil.
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