Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Canyon Penstemon
Description
This perennial grows at a moderate rate to 1-1/2' x 2'. Medium green arrow shaped leaves form a rosette at the base of the plant. Rose- purple flowers appear on tall spikes in the spring. Reseeds easily. Accepts full sun or partial shade. Plant in the fall for spring flowers. Attracts hummingbirds. Native to the southwest U.S.
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low, Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Apply as little fertilizer as possible.
If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.