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. It 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

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.