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Penstemon schmidel 'Red Riding Hood'

$14.99

Will begin shipping Apr 5th 2021 depending on your hardiness zone and plant readiness. If you have a preferred ship date please let us know in the order comments.

Common Name:

Beardtongue

Plant Type:

Perennial

Exposure:

Sun to Part Shade

Hardiness Zone:

5-8

Bloom Color:

Red

Bloom Time:

Summer

Garden Height:

18-24 Inches

Garden Spread:

18-20 Inches

Description

Crimson flowers all summer
Terrific for hummingbird gardens
Drought tolerant once established

Penstemon 'Red Riding Hood' is a great variety with excellent branching and a compact habit making it a perfect choice for containers. In the summer an abundance of watermelon-red flowers are produced that hummingbirds love. U.S. native.

Uses: Beds, Borders, Containers, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flower, Mass Plantings, Naturalizing
Nature Attraction: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Notable Features: Good Cut Flower, Drought Tolerant

Homeowner Growing Tips: Grow in full sun to light shade in well-drained, fertile soil. Amend with compost before planting. Deadhead after blooming. In cold climates, mulch for the winter.