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Firecracker Penstemon

Penstemon Eatonii

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Overview

The Firecracker Penstemon, or Penstemon eatonii, is a vibrant perennial boasting brilliant red tubular flowers that attract hummingbirds. Thriving in USDA zones 4-9, it reaches 2-4 feet in height and prefers well-drained soils. This drought-tolerant plant flourishes in full sun, blooming from early to mid-summer. Ideal for xeriscaping, it adds a striking vertical element and a burst of color to rock gardens and desert-inspired landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Low, MediumZones 6–11Type PerennialClimate Arid
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — providing vibrant color when many other perennials are not yet at their peak.<br><br>For landscaping, image 38

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
USDA zones
6–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Plantaginaceae
Climate
Arid

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Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — Native to the southwest United States; consider placing Firecracker Penstemon in groups or masses for visual impact
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — Native to the southwest United States
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — It is important to avoid overwatering
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — as Penstemon eatonii is susceptible to root rot in poorly drained conditions
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — red flowers in the garden
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — Penstemon eatonii prefers well-drained soils and flourishes in full sun exposure; firecracker Penstemon makes for a
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — Their vertical flower spikes deliver vertical interest
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — A hallmark of drought tolerance
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — this perennial is well-suited for xeriscaping and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — providing vibrant color when many other perennials are not yet at their peak.<br><br>For landscaping purposes
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — this perennial is well-suited for xeriscaping and thrives in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 9; it is important to
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — perennial for full or half
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — it adds a striking vertical element and a burst of color to rock gardens and desert-inspired landscapes
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — This drought-tolerant plant flourishes in full sun, blooming from early to mid-summer; bright green
Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon Eatonii) — consider placing Firecracker Penstemon in groups or masses for visual impact; save for occasional deadheading to
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