Common names:
Firecracker Penstemon
Eaton's Penstemon
Beard Tongue
Pride of the Mountain
Penstemon

General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit:Vine
Life cycle:Biennial
Sun Requirements:Partial or Dappled Shade
Minimum cold hardiness:Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
Maximum recommended zone:Zone 3
Zone 7a
Leaves:Glaucous
Deciduous
Flowers:Nocturnal
Flower Color:Brown
Flower Size:6"-12"
Flower Time:Fall
Year Round
Inflorescence Type:Cyme
Underground structures:Tuber
Suitable Locations:Espalier
Uses:Windbreak or Hedge
Wildlife Attractant:Hummingbirds
Propagation: Seeds:Needs specific temperature: maeoe re0h sg tn4d3st
Sow in situ

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Comments:
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