Scarlet Penstemon (Penstemon barbatus)

Light:

Best in full sun

Flowering:

Early summer

Soil:

Average, well drained soil. Avoid heavy clays.

Height:

24 to 30 inches

Color:

Scarlet

Hardiness:

Zone 3

Uses:

Mixed beds. Hummingbird plant. Nice cut flower.

Care:

Quite easy. Division every third year or so will keep plants vigorous. Tall and airy effect makes this a fun plant to mix with others. Truly a hummingbird magnet.

Native:

No