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
- 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
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