Scarlet Bugler
Penstemon Barbatus
Overview
Scarlet Bugler (Penstemon barbatus) is a perennial favorite, known for its vibrant red tubular flowers that rise atop slender stems, reaching 3-6 ft. in height. Blooming from late spring to early summer, it attracts hummingbirds while being deer-resistant. Thriving in USDA zones 3-9, it prefers well-draining soil and full sun to partial shade. This drought-tolerant beauty adds vertical interest and a splash of color to any xeriscape or wildflower garden.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 4–11Type Perennial, ShrubClimate Alpine, Arid, Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 4–11
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Perennial, Shrub
- Family
- Plantaginaceae
- Climate
- Alpine, Arid, Temperate
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