Southwestern United States native penstemon producing a spectacular flurry of reddish orange tubular blooms in summer. Narrow, evergreen, needle-like leaves are the reason for the common name Pineleaf Penstemon. An excellent hummingbird and pollinator plant. Requires excellent draining and performs best in lean dry soils.
- Plant Patent: n/a
- Container Size:
- USDA Zone: 5-8
- Height: 10-12”
- Spread: 12-15”
- Sun Exposure: full sun
- Soil Moisture: dry to average, well-drained
- Bloom Time: early summer
- Bloom Color: orange-red
- Foliage Color: green
- US Native: yes
- Wildlife Benefit: hummingbirds, pollinators
- Notes: Award of Garden Merit – RHS, evergreen, rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant, drought tolerant