Firecracker Penstemon | |
Eaton's Penstemon | |
Beard Tongue | |
Pride of the Mountain | |
Penstemon |
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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