Firecracker Penstemon

Penstemon eatonii

Photograph of small green shrub with long burgundy stems that have bright red cylindical shaped flowers.

Description

The Firecracker Penstemon is a small shrub with striking red flowers that bloom in the spring and summer. Typically found at altitudes between 4,600' and 5,900' this evergreen shrub should nonetheless thrive here. It supports butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators.

Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure: Sun
Water Needs: Low
Soil Type: Sand/Fast Draining

Size

Typically grows to 2 feet tall and 3 feet wide.