Scrophularia macrantha Cardinale Red

Scrophularia macrantha Cardinale Red has curious, bird-like, bright red, tubular flowers that bloom from early summer to frost.

Scrophularia macrantha is a Penstemon relative whose common name is redbirds in a tree. This interesting shrub blooms from early summer until frost with curious, bright red, tubular flowers with white lips that look like little red birds resting in a tree. Cardinale Red ‘Tnscrcr’ is a dwarf, compact form with denser branching and larger flowers in tighter flower heads. Great for hummingbirds and bees. Hardy to zone 5 and drought tolerant once established. Plant in well-drained soils.

Common Name:  Redbirds in a Tree

Family:  Scrophulariaceae (The Figwort Family)

Zone Hardiness:  5-10

Light:  Full Sun

Height:  12-24"

Width:  12-24"

Primary Bloom Colour:  Red

Secondary Bloom Colour:  White/Cream

Bloom Time:  Summer - Fall

Foliage Colour:  Green

Class:  Deciduous

Type:  Shrub

Soil Moisture:  Average, Drought Tolerant, Dry

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Fragrance:  No

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Benefits:  Hummingbirds, Butterflies

Deer Resistant:  Unknown

BC Native:  No

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