Penstemon centranthifolius | Pacific Nurseries

Penstemon centranthifolius

Common Name | Scarlet Bugler
Popular Plant CA Native | Pacific Nurseries
CA Native
Perennial
Penstemon centranthifolius features striking scarlet red blossoms with contrasting blue-gray foliage. It has a long bloom season and is very drought-tolerant. It prefers hot, dry summers and mild winters to perform well in the Bay Area. Hummingbirds just love this plant.

Penstemon centranthifolius

Attributes + Requirements

Evergreen
Popular Plant Pollinator Attraction | Pacific Nurseries
High Pollinator Attraction
Growth | 2-4′ High
Growth | 1-2′ Wide
Popular Plant Flower Color | Pacific Nurseries
Flower Color | Scarlet Red
Light Water
Full Sun, Partial Sun
Popular Plant Soil Requirements | Pacific Nurseries
Soil | Sandy, Clay, Well-Drained
Special Features = Low Maintenance | Showy | Deer Tolerant | Summer-Dry Tolerant
Popular Plant Sizes Grown | Pacific Nurseries
Penstemon centranthifolius
Sizes Grown | 1 gal

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