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Heartleaf Keckiella

Keckiella Cordifolia

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Overview

The Climbing Penstemon (Keckiella cordifolia) is a robust evergreen vine, with heart-shaped leaves adorning reddish stems, reaching up to 8 feet tall when supported. Vibrant tubular flowers, in shades of red and yellow, bloom in late spring to summer, attracting hummingbirds. Native to California, it thrives in full sun to partial shade, requiring well-drained soil and minimal water post-establishment, making it ideal for a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant landscape. Zones 7-10.

Sun Full, Half, ShadeWater LowZones 9–11Climate Mediterranean
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — The Climbing Penstemon (Keckiella cordifolia) is a robust evergreen vine

Culture

Sun
Full, Half, Shade
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Family
Scrophulariaceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — low-maintenance addition that promises dynamic visual interest and lively wildlife interaction
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — shrub / vine with orange and red blooms
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — orange and red flowers in the garden
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — The Climbing Penstemon (Keckiella cordifolia) is a robust evergreen vine; vibrant tubular flowers, in shades of
Heartleaf Keckiella (Keckiella Cordifolia) — shrub / vine for full or half or shade

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