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Penstemon barbatus

Beardlip Penstemon

Plant photo of: Penstemon barbatus
Information by: W-E Plants for the Willamette Valle        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

Perennial grows to 3' tall and 2' wide. Foliage is long, narrow, green, glossy and deciduous. During summer and fall, 2" long spikes of reddish orange tubular flowers appear, attracting hummingbirds. This plant does well in full to part sun with well-draining, average soil. Established plants are drought tolerant and prefer dry soil. Cut to ground prior to new spring growth to refresh plant. Tip-shear to encourage density. Many cultivars available including Oregon natives.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low, Medium

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.