Penstemon pinifolius (Pineleaf Penstemon)

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Mature Height: 6-8” Mature Spread: 12-15” Hardy To: 8,000’

Water: Low
Exposure: Sun
Flower Color: Scarlet
Flower Season: Mid-Summer
Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds
Description: The Pineleaf Penstemon features glorious tubular, scarlet-orange flowers with vibrant yellow throats. These unique and prolific blooms rest atop soft, green needle-like foliage and cover the plant throughout the mid-summer months. Its fine
and delicate texture adds a wispy, playful essence to the natural landscape, and its delightful blooms are beloved by butterflies and hummingbirds alike. This low-creeping Penstemon thrives in sun- ny, dry gardens and looks particularly attractive in a rock garden or dry border. As a native to Arizona and New Mexico, it grows well in most regions except for the humid south, and once established, it is very drought-tolerant. Plant this no-fuss beauty in your garden and watch your landscape come to life!
Care: The Pineleaf Penstemon prefers dry to average moisture lev- els with very well-drained soil. It will often die in standing water. Cut down old foliage in late fall or early spring before new growth starts. If desired, cut down the stems of the spent flowers after bloom. It can also be propagated by division every 3 to 4 years, if desired. May benefit from loose winter mulch in colder zones.
Fun Fact: Songbirds feast on the seeds in fall and winter.