Penstemon

Striking, long-blooming flowers are irresistible to hummingbirds. Beautiful at garden's edge, in rock gardens, or cut for bouquets. Lovely planted with cranesbill, yarrow and lamb's ear. Remove faded flowers to promote rebloom.

Companion Plants

Shasta Daisy

Tickseed

Yarrow

Plant Details

Common name

Penstemon
Botanical name

Penstemon barbatus
Variety

Rondo Mix
Zone

USDA Zone 3 (-40°F) to USDA Zone 8 (10°F).
Light

Sun
Height

12-14" (31-36 cm)
Habit

Upright
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

Weekly during dry spells
Bloom Color

Mix
Bloom Time

Summer-fall
Maintenance

Divide every 3 to 5 years

This plant also belongs to the following BloomIQ.com collections:

Marie M.'s collection
Ursula L.'s collection

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