Penstemon barbatus ‘Coral Baby’

Penstemon barbatus 'Coral Baby' has glowing, intense, coral-pink, tubular flowers continuously from mid spring until frost.

Penstemon barbatus is a strong species known as southwestern Penstemon. It has good overwintering success in coastal BC and cold climates unlike many hybrid beard tongues. ‘Coral Baby’ is a special selection with glowing, intense, coral-pink, tubular flowers produced continuously from mid spring until frost! The hummers will be drunk with their appreciation as will the bees and butterflies. Bright green foliage sets off the flowers. Full sun and well-drained soil.

Common Name:  Beard Tongue

Family:  Plantaginaceae (The Plantain Family)

Zone Hardiness:  3-8

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Pink

Secondary Bloom Colour:  Red

Bloom Time:  Summer

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Perennial

Soil Moisture:  Average, Dry

Stem Colour:  

Fragrance:  No

Berries:  

Benefits:  Hummingbirds, Butterflies, Bees

Deer Resistant:  Yes

BC Native:  No

Native Habitat:  Uplands and mountains, roadsides and other open, sunny, disturbed areas.

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Geographical Origin:  North America, Garden Origin