Penstemon eatonii
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Penstemon eatonii

Firecracker Beardtongue 'Richfield Selection'

Quick Facts :: Growing Tips

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

Description:

24-36” x 15” wide, (seed propagated). This cultivar was released by the Soil Conservation Service’s Plant Materials Center in Aberdeen, ID. Seeds of this species were collected from 15 different locations in UT. Plants from each seed location were evaluated in side-by-side field trials for beauty, hardiness, longevity and natural range of adaptability. ‘Ritchfield Selection’ from Sevier Co., UT was judged superior. Plant this beauty in full sun sites with lean, well drained soil. Water deeply but infrequently after the first growing season. Excellent companion plants include Nepeta faassenii ‘Select Blue’ and Stanleya pinnata. Zones 4-9.

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QUICK FACTS
USDA Growing Zones 4 - 9
Make the Most of Color! Red
Regions Hot Desert, Suitable for Elevations Above 7000 ft., Western Only
Rain Less than 10in., 10in - 20in, 20in - 30in, 30in - 40in (with care)
Bloom Time Late Spring
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

This is a vigorous grower that performs best in moderately fertile, but well-drained soils. Though xeric, ‘Firecracker’ will flower most vigorously with regular watering.