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Firecracker Penstemon

Helictotrichon sempervirens

Scientific Name	Penstemon eatonii
Common Name	Firecracker Penstemon
Family	Plantaginaceae
Habit	Basal clump
Growth Form	Herbaceous perennial
Mature Size	12-36” tall, 12-18” wide
Flowers	Orange-red tubular flowers bloom early spring to early summer
Hardiness	Zones 4-9
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Water Requirements	Moderate to xeric
Soil Requirements	Low Fertility Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Other Info	Attracts Butterflies Pollinator Friendly Extended Bloom Time Deer Resistant Xeric Fire Resistant