Add a fiery burst of color to your garden with our Firecracker Penstemon seeds, also known as Eaton's Beardtongue. This stunning North American native wildflower is celebrated for its tall, elegant spires of brilliant, scarlet-red, tubular flowers. It is an absolute magnet for hummingbirds, who find the shape and color of the blooms irresistible. A tough, low-maintenance, and drought-tolerant perennial, Firecracker Penstemon is a perfect choice for adding long-lasting, vibrant color to a xeriscape, meadow, or any sunny garden border.

⭐ What you'll love

• An absolute hummingbird magnet!
• Tall, elegant spires of brilliant, scarlet-red tubular flowers.
• A very hardy and drought-tolerant native plant, perfect for low-water gardens.
• A long blooming season provides color throughout the summer.

🌿 Seed details

• Plant Name: Firecracker Penstemon (Penstemon eatonii)
• Seed Quantity: Approx. 100 seeds
• Type: Heirloom, Open Pollinated, Non-GMO
• Lifecycle: Perennial
• Height: 2-3 feet
• Days to Maturity: Blooms in the second year from seed.
• USDA Zone: 4-10
• Origin: American Grown

🌱 Growing instructions

• Sowing: The easiest method is to sow seeds outdoors in the fall. The seeds will be naturally stratified over the winter and will germinate in the spring.
• Stratification: To plant in the spring, seeds require a 30-60 day period of cold, moist stratification in the refrigerator before sowing.
• Depth: Press seeds into the surface of the soil, as they need light to germinate. Do not cover.
• Spacing: Space or thin plants to 12-18 inches apart.
• Light Requirement: Full Sun.
• Soil: Must have excellent drainage; thrives in sandy or gravelly soil.

✅ Our seed packets

• Professionally designed and made.
• Resealable for convenient, long-term storage.
• Eco-friendly and recyclable (contains no plastic).
• Includes full, detailed growing instructions.
• Vigorously tested to ensure the highest germination rates.
• Custom packets for weddings, baby showers, or events are available. Just message us!

🚚 Shipping

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