Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Pink Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink, Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink, Elfin Pink Beardtongue
Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
Pink Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink, Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink, Elfin Pink Beardtongue
Penstemon barbatus Elfin Pink Photo Courtesy of Walter's Gardens Inc.
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Elfin Pink Penstemon
Penstemon barbatus 'Elfin Pink'
SKU: HC014668
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Overview
'Elfin Pink' is a showy beardtongue with late spring blooming spikes of bright pink flowers. 'Elfin Pink' is more tolerant of richer soils and moister conditions than most beardtongues making it a great choice for much of the U.S. Drought resistant/drought tolerant plant (xeric).
key features
Botanical Name
Penstemon barbatus 'Elfin Pink'
Growing Zones
Zone 4, Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8, Zone 9
Advantages
Native, Bee Friendly, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Birds, Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Easy To Grow, Naturalizes, Cut Flowers, Container Planting
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Mature Height
12-18" tall
Bloom Time
Summer
SKU
HC014668
Description
12-18" tall x 15" wide (cutting propagated). This cultivar is well suited to all areas of the West. It adapts better than many "xeric native species" in areas with more heat and humidity, like the Midwest and eastern U.S. 'Elfin Pink' likes a well-drained, compost enriched garden soil and more regular watering for best results. Shown growing with "Chrysanthemum 'Snow Cap'". Remove spent flowers spikes. Lightly prune untidy growth.
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