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Penstemon × mexicali ‘Carillo Rose’


Beard-tongue

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.404.990


This hybrid combines the best traits of the Mexican and American species. They are reliable and flower the first year, forming upright, well-branched plants with shiny, dark green leaves. Tubular, white throated, soft rose-pink flowers appear late spring and bloom over a long period. Compact. Excellent cut flower and attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. Heat and drought tolerant. Avoid winter wet conditions. Award winner.

Further details for
Penstemon × mexicali ‘Carillo Rose’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Spread
   20-25 cm
   8-10 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium












Penstemon × mexicali ‘Carillo Rose’


Beard-tongue

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.404.990


This hybrid combines the best traits of the Mexican and American species. They are reliable and flower the first year, forming upright, well-branched plants with shiny, dark green leaves. Tubular, white throated, soft rose-pink flowers appear late spring and bloom over a long period. Compact. Excellent cut flower and attractive to hummingbirds and butterflies. Heat and drought tolerant. Avoid winter wet conditions. Award winner.

Further details for
Penstemon × mexicali ‘Carillo Rose’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
  Full Sun
Soil Type
  Normal or
  Sandy or
  Clay
Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid
Soil Moisture
  Average or
  Moist
Care Level
  Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
  Deep Pink
  White
Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
Foliage Color
  Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Drought Tolerant
  Massed
Flower Head Size
  Small
Height
   25-30 cm
   10-12 inches
Spread
   20-25 cm
   8-10 inches
Foot Traffic
   None

Growth Rate
   Medium