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Red Birds in a Tree

Scrophularia macrantha

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Plant Attributes

Height

36”

Width

18”

Soil Moisture

Moderate to dry

Hardiness

USDA zones 4-9 (up to 8,000′)

Culture

Sandy soil, clay or loam

Year Introduced

2008

Attracts birds, butterflies and/or bees

Yes

Container

Yes

Flower color

red

Native

Southern USA

Part shade/part sun

Yes

Sun

Yes

Xeric

Yes

Zone 4

Yes

Zone 5

Yes

Zone 6

Yes

Zone 7

Yes

Zone 8

Yes

Zone 9

Yes

Description

Introduced in 1996 by High Country Gardens, this rare penstemon cousin has showy crimson tubular flowers which are produced in generous sprays above rich green serrated foliage. This southwestern uplands wildflower has shown great adaptability in gardens. Perennial.

Additional Resources

Red Birds in a Tree: a Feast for the Eyes (and the Birds)