Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
Photo courtesy of Ball Seed
Image Credit: Prides Corner Farms
Image Credit: Prides Corner Farms
Image Credit: Prides Corner Farms
Image Credit: Prides Corner Farms
Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Scarlet'
Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Scarlet'
Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Scarlet'

Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Scarlet'

Pristine Scarlet Purple Beardtongue

  • Excellent cut flowers
  • Gorgeous scarlet blossoms
  • Vigorous plants
  • Sturdy upright form
  • Loves the sun

  • Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • Height: 16-18 in
  • Spread: 14-16 in

Upright clumping variety with large sturdy stems, are stacked with tubular scarlet-red flowers in summer. Foliage is glossy and clean. Vigorous and easy to grow. Will bloom the first year. Attracts hummingbirds and makes great cut flowers.

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Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
Maintenance and Care
• Low Maintenance
• Vigorous
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Hummingbirds
• Supports Bees
Critter Resistance
• Deer Resistant
Flower Color
• Orange
• Red
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun
Soil Moisture
• Moist, Well-Drained
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Scarlet'

Fertilize yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prefers moist, well-drained soils. Prune off spent flowers. Cut back old foliage just above ground level in late winter as needed to be ready for spring flush.