Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks'

Cherry Sparks Beardtongue

Luscious cherry-red bells with white throats adorn tall stems for most of the summer. Flowers appear longer and are much larger than other cultivars. A great border plant for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds.

  • Big, bright, cherry-red flowers
  • Heat tolerant and hardy
  • Flowers sterile, no seed heads

Darwin Perennial
  • Category: Perennial
  • Breeder: Darwin Perennial
  • Hardiness Zone: 5-9
  • Height: 18-20 in
  • Spread: 14-16 in
  • Spacing: 16-18 in
  • Temperature: -20°F
  • Bloom Color: Red
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Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage Color
Burgundy
Soil Moisture
Light Water
Attributes
Accent
Container
Cut Flower/Foliage
Heat Tolerant
Habit
Upright
Additional Information about Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks'

Double the flowering time for longer shipping and selling window, plus more color in the garden.

  • Bigger blooms with bright, cherry-red color.
  • More heat-tolerant and Winter-hardy than other varieties.
  • Sterile, long-flowering variety has no big, unsightly seed heads.

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Penstemon 'Cherry Sparks'

Penstemon perform best in sunny locations with well-drained soils.
Fertilize once per month for best results.
Removing spent flower stems will encourage repeat blooming. Little fertilization required.
Bloom Time: Spring, Late Spring, Summer, Late Summer