Penstemon centranthifolius

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Scarlet-Bugler

 
California Native Plant
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: El Nativo Growers

 

Description

This herbaceous perennial has gray-green leaves with showy scarlet flowers that bloom in spring. Requires excellent drainage.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Red

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Blue Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained, Dry

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Wild Garden

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

Roadside, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Naturalizing

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Check your irrigation systems at least once per month (or after each mowing).

Monitor each cycle to identify obvious problems and to confirm that all of the components are functioning properly.

Contact your water agency for assistance.