Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby' (Penstemon 'Rich Ruby')

Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby'

Named for the color of its bell-shaped flowers, beardtongues 'Rich Ruby' is a gorgeous Penstemon cultivar with dark maroon flowers, white stamens, and purple stems. The flowers bloom from early summer through fall. Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby' grows vigorously and reaches 61 to 91 cm.

Scientific classification

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

Herb

Plant Type

60 cm

Plant Height

50 cm

Spread

Semi-evergreen

Leaf type

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby'

Every week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

15 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Pruning: Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby' requires pruning in early to late spring for new growth and shape maintenance. Techniques include deadheading, cutting back leggy stems, and removing dead leaves. This promotes recovery, enhances air circulation, reduces disease risk, and leads to healthier blooming.

Repotting: Beardtongues 'Rich Ruby' requires excellent drainage in pots to thrive, ensuring proper moisture management and preventing root rot.

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