Penstemon pinifolius 'Red Riding Hood' | Red Riding Hood Beardtongue
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon pinifolius 'Red Riding Hood' is a vibrant cultivar, celebrated for its dense display of fiery red, tubular flowers. Originating from the southwestern United States, this hardy perennial is well-suited to dry, rocky landscapes, where it thrives in sunny, well-drained spots. Its fine, needle-like foliage adds a unique texture to gardens, creating a soft green backdrop for the vivid blooms.
Blooming from late spring through summer, 'Red Riding Hood' attracts a host of pollinators, especially hummingbirds, who are drawn to the bright red blossoms. This long-blooming, drought-tolerant variety adds a bold pop of color to xeriscapes, borders, or rock gardens, offering both beauty and resilience in challenging growing conditions.
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon pinifolius 'Red Riding Hood' is a vibrant cultivar, celebrated for its dense display of fiery red, tubular flowers. Originating from the southwestern United States, this hardy perennial is well-suited to dry, rocky landscapes, where it thrives in sunny, well-drained spots. Its fine, needle-like foliage adds a unique texture to gardens, creating a soft green backdrop for the vivid blooms.
Blooming from late spring through summer, 'Red Riding Hood' attracts a host of pollinators, especially hummingbirds, who are drawn to the bright red blossoms. This long-blooming, drought-tolerant variety adds a bold pop of color to xeriscapes, borders, or rock gardens, offering both beauty and resilience in challenging growing conditions.
DESCRIPTION
Penstemon pinifolius 'Red Riding Hood' is a vibrant cultivar, celebrated for its dense display of fiery red, tubular flowers. Originating from the southwestern United States, this hardy perennial is well-suited to dry, rocky landscapes, where it thrives in sunny, well-drained spots. Its fine, needle-like foliage adds a unique texture to gardens, creating a soft green backdrop for the vivid blooms.
Blooming from late spring through summer, 'Red Riding Hood' attracts a host of pollinators, especially hummingbirds, who are drawn to the bright red blossoms. This long-blooming, drought-tolerant variety adds a bold pop of color to xeriscapes, borders, or rock gardens, offering both beauty and resilience in challenging growing conditions.
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Family: Plantaginaceae
Height: 12-18 inches tall
Width: 12-18 inches wide
Foliage color: Fine, needle-like green leaves
Flower color: Bright red, tubular flowers
Bloom time: Late spring through summer
Light requirements: Full sun
Water requirements: Low; drought-tolerant once established
Maintenance: Low; prune after blooming
Growing zone: USDA Zones 5-9
Wildlife attractors: Attracts hummingbirds and beesThis plant can be seen in the perennial border at the Bellevue Botanical Garden.
