Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Penstemon pseudospectabilis has blue-grey, serrated, evergreen leaves, and tall stems with shocking pink flowers.
Penstemon pseudospectabilis, the desert penstemon, is a species of dry habitats sporting opposite, blue-grey, serrated, evergreen leaves that clasp around the stems that grow up to three feet tall and put forth tons of shocking pink flowers. Fall foliage develops a burgundy cast. Great for hummingbirds. Provide excellent drainage in poor soils in full sun.
Common Name: Desert Penstemon
Family: Scrophulariaceae (The Figwort Family)
Zone Hardiness: 5-9
Light: Full Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 12-24"
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: Magenta
Bloom Time: Summer
Foliage Colour: Green
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Soil Moisture: Dry
Stem Colour:
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds, Bees, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Deserts, washes, plateaus, scrub, woodlands, and canyons in the southwestern US from 2000-7000 feet.
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Geographical Origin: North America
