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  2. mygardenlife.com › plant-library › beardtongueBeardtongue, Penstemon ‘Red Riding Hood’ (Penstemon schmidel)

    A low-maintenance selection. Produces an elegant, long-season display of red trumpet-shaped blooms. The flowers are loved by hummingbirds. Adds a touch of class to any garden planting. U.S. Plant Patent #18,950. Uses. Excellent for borders, rock gardens, or mass plantings. Perfectly suited to informal, naturalized settings.

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  4. costafarms.com › blogs › plant-finderPenstemon – Costa Farms

    If you love hummingbirds add a generous helping of ‘Red Riding Hood’ penstemon to your garden. It’s nectar-rich, tubular scarlet flowers are tailor-made to meet the needs of every hungry hummingbird in your neighborhood. The plants grow 24 to 30 inches tall and bloom much of the summer. Zones 5-9.

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  6. www.gardenia.net › plant › penstemon-red-riding-hoodPenstemon Red Riding Hood (Beardtongue) - Gardenia

    Penstemon ‘Red Riding Hood’ is a captivating perennial known for its vibrant red tubular flowers and an upright, clumping habit. This hybrid variety is a garden jewel, boasting a profusion of blooms that create a visually striking display.

  7. extension.colostate.edu › growing-penstemons-7-428Growing Penstemons - 7.428 - Extension

    • Quick Facts…
    • Why Grow Penstemon?
    • Selection
    • Planting
    • Watering Requirements/Water Use
    • Fertilizations
    • Continued Maintenance
    Penstemons grow in rock gardens, slopes, raised beds, troughs, pots, containers, traditional perennial border.
    Penstemons attract hummingbirds, butterflies and bees.

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    There are many Penstemons that are native to Colorado (Nebraska). There are about 280 species of penstemon native to North America, 60+ native to CO and 24 natives to the Great Plains, including Nebraska which has about native 10 native species. However, there are other nonnative species and selections that grow in Colorado and Nebraska. There are ...

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    Penstemons are a low maintenance plant. However, some of the plants listed in the table can only be started from seed. Whether from seed or from a young plant, this does not mean they can grow successfully anywhere at any exposure. Chose a native or wild species that closely matches the type of soil, temperature range and precipitation of your land...

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    Penstemon requires good aeration and drainage. Good drainage and aeration are required for the crown of penstemon plants. Avoid planting in locations with standing water. Before planting, amend the soil with humus, fine gravel, and compost to add pore space to improve soil drainage and appropriate moisture retention and mix these ingredients in to ...

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    Overall, penstemons are “drought tolerant”. Soils that are well-drained are ideal because they will allow for root penetration. It is extremely important to match the soil type with the desired species to meet the appropriate water requirement. This recommendation needs to be applied regardless of the environment it is planted in. This is a general...

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    Generally, fertilization is not required. Older and longer blooming plants may benefit from fertilization. However, do not use fertilizers high in nitrogen. Fertilize after the first flush of blooms.

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    To ensure the health of our penstemon, it is important to think about their care long after they are established. The large-flowered hybrids and bedding types need only dead-heading. If more of these plants are desired, then leave the lower seed capsule to dry and reseed in the planting beds. Some penstemon species and hybrids will need to have the...

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  8. plantlust.com › plants › 43108Penstemon 'Red Riding Hood' PP18950 | plant lust

    Penstemon 'Red Riding Hood' PP18950 is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens.

  9. www.growingcolors.com › Penstemon-Red-Riding-HoodPenstemon schmidel 'Red Riding Hood' pp18950 - Growing Colors

    Penstemon Common Name: Bearded Tongue. Long blooming summer perennial with tubular flowers. Hummingbirds love these blooms. Plants require well-drained soil. Does not tolerate wet feet over winter.

  10. www.glplants.com › 3550-Penstemon-schmidel-Red-Riding-HoodPenstemon schmidel 'Red Riding Hood' - GLPlants

    Coral-red flowers on sturdy stems in early summer attract hummingbirds. Showy and sized perfectly for 1-gallon pots, this phenomenal Penstemon is also hardy to Zone 5! Uses: Container, Middle Border, Mixed Border Attributes: Attracts Hummingbirds, Cut flower

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