A pollinator magnet that you will want to steal for your cut flower arrangements, Cha Cha™ 'Cherry' Penstemon is one of the brightest blooms in the sunny border. These neon-red flowers, clustered thickly atop tall, upright plants, begin in late spring or early summer and just won't stop until autumn is underway.
The Cha Cha™ series is free-flowering and vigorous, and Cha Cha™ 'Cherry' Penstemon may be the boldest and brightest of them all. Very fast-growing, this beardtongue attracts butterflies and hummingbirds by the dozen, and is visible from way across the gardenso easy to grow, so irresistible to all.
Best in full sun and dryish climates, Cha Cha™ 'Cherry' Penstemon is adaptable to a wide range of conditions. It is quick to mature and a tireless presence, so plant a few extra to use just for cut flower arrangements. After all, such startling color is too good to deny your vases.
Genus | Penstemon |
Species | hybrid |
Variety | 'Cherry' |
ppaf | PP#28,163 |
Item Form | 1-Quart |
Zone | 7 - 9 |
Bloom Start to End | Late Spring - Late Fall |
Habit | Upright |
Plant Height | 2 ft 4 in |
Plant Width | 22 in |
Additional Characteristics | Flower, Butterfly Lovers, Free Bloomer, Hummingbird Lovers, Long Bloomers, Repeat Bloomer |
Bloom Color | Red |
Foliage Color | Dark Green, Medium Green |
Light Requirements | Full Sun |
Moisture Requirements | Moist, well-drained |
Resistance | Heat Tolerant |
Soil Tolerance | Normal, loamy |
Uses | Border, Cut Flowers, Outdoor |
Restrictions | *Due to state restrictions we cannot ship to the following: Canada, Guam, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Virgin Islands |