Penstemon barbatus
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 sites. Accepts full sun to partial shade. Attracts hummingbirds. Native in Utah into Mexico.
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
In the fall, unless it is very hot outside, you can reduce your total watering time by 1/2.
Do not reduce run times, reduce the number of watering days.