Penstemon barbatus |
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Scarlet Bugler |
Description
Perennial that will grow to 6' x 3'. Plant forms a rosette of leaves at the base that are oblong to oval. Flower stalks have red two lipped flowers in early spring, sparsely in fall. Needs a well drained site. Accepts full sun to partial shade. Attracts hummingbirds. Native in Utah into Mexico.
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Anatomy
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Sun/Water
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Design
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Dark Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Different areas of your landscape have different water requirements.
Shrubs need much less water than lawns and drip systems should never be scheduled on the same program with lawns.
Establish separate watering schedules for those areas.