Penstemon ‘Firebird’

Common Name:
Penstemon ‘Firebird’

Description:
Penstemon ‘Firebird’ is a striking, long-flowering perennial known for its vivid, tubular scarlet-red blooms that bring bold colour to the garden. The tall flower spikes rise above mounding, lance-shaped green foliage, creating an upright and graceful form ideal for adding vertical interest. Flowering from late spring through to autumn, this variety thrives in Melbourne’s climate, performing best in full sun with well-drained soil. ‘Firebird’ is both drought and frost tolerant once established, making it a reliable choice for low-maintenance and water-wise gardens. It is highly attractive to bees and other pollinators, adding both ecological and aesthetic value. Regular deadheading and a light prune after flowering help maintain shape and encourage further blooms. Perfect for cottage gardens, borders, or mass planting.

Form:
*Shrub - Medium
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
*Height: 80–100 cm
*Width: 60–70 cm

Aspect:
*Full Sun
*Part Shade

Flowering:
*Flowers in Spring
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
*Scarlet Red
*Bright Red

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Bee Attracting
*Bird Attracting
*Perennial
*Low Maintenance
*Drought Tolerant
*Frost Tolerant
*Fast Growing
*Long Flowering Season

Toxicity:
Non-toxic to humans and pets.

Companion Plants:
*Salvia
*Lavandula
*Gaura
*Achillea
*Echinacea
*Coreopsis

Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
PGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access. 
Visit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.