Penstemon spectabilis
$6.60 – $7.30
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Showy Penstemon
Showy penstemon is a short lived evergreen perennial that grows 2′ wide with erect stems reaching 3-4′ tall.
It is one of the most spectacular of the penstemons. Very drought tolerant, occasional water lengthens bloom season but may shorten the plant’s lifespan. Prune after blooms to promote new growth.
The very showy lavender flowers appear from March to May. It has a somewhat inflated blue purple corolla set off by attractive light green leaves.
Lifeform: Perennial
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Other: Attracts Bees, Attracts Birds, Attracts Butterflies, Drought Tolerant
| Container | D-16O, 1-Gal, D-16, D-16S, D-40 |
|---|---|
| Ecological Value | Attracts many pollinators including hummingbirds and bees. |
| Historical Uses | Native Americans long used penstemon roots to relieve toothache. |
| Distribution | native to California and is also found outside of California, but is confined to western North America. |
| Elevation | Between 328 and 7874 feet |
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| Habitat | Sandy washes, dry creek beds, hillsides, and coastal bluffs |
