This New Mexico/Texas native offers the garden spikes of dangling, rich red flowers in midsummer that attract hummingbirds. Grow in a border, rock garden, or cottage garden. It appreciates a moist but well-drained soil, but can also take more xeric habitats.
Fine Gardening Recommended Products
Hunter Industries MP-1000-90 Hunter Nozzle
- 8' to 15' radius with an adjustable arc of 90° to 210°, radius can be reduced by up to 25% to fit landscape needs
- Double-pop technology flushes the nozzle during start-up and shutdown to prevent clogging
- Wind-resistant, multi-directional streams provide even coverage
RAINPOINT Sprinkler Timer with Brass Swivel
- Pure brass water inlet and metal thread can withstand up to 116psi.
- Built-in metal filter gaskets can prevent sediment and other larger particles
- Through the Sprinkler Timer program, you can set the start time, watering duration, and watering frequency
Dramm Revolution Adjustable 9-Pattern Metal Hose Nozzle
- 15 x 10 x 7 inches
- Ergonomic insulated grip
- Maximum pressure of 90 PSI
- Fully adjustable spray pattern
- No trigger lock
Dramm 17050 50′ ColorStorm 1/2″ Standard Soaker Hose
- Provides sufficient amounts of water to the garden without the hassle of hand watering
- Conveniently waters garden and beds
- 50 ft. by 1/2 inch diameter made from recycled material; lifetime guarantee
- Made in the USA
XLUX Soil Moisture Meter
- Large and clear dial, including ten scales, plug and read
- Simply insert the moisture meter into soil and you'll get the test result instantly
- Single probe, less hurts to the roots, doesn't dig up too much soil after test
Noteworthy CharacteristicsAttracts hummingbirds. U.S. native.
CareFull sun or just a little shade and moist, well-drained soil. Can take high heat and dry conditions.
PropagationStart from seed.
- Genus : Penstemon
- Plant Height : 1 to 3 feet
- Plant Width : 1 to 3 feet
- Zones : 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
- Characteristics : Attracts Hummingbirds
- Moisture : Dry to Medium
- Light : Full Sun
- Maintenance : Moderate
- Growth Rate : Moderate
- Plant Type : Perennials
- Flower Color : Red
- Bloom Time : Summer
- Plant Seasonal Interest : Summer Interest
