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Spires of vivid, hot pink flowers grace majestic Desert Penstemon (Penstemon pseudospectabilis) in late spring to early summer. The vivid hue and tube-shaped flowers draw the attention of hummingbirds, hawkmoths, bees and butterflies. This Southwestern native is drought-tolerant and thrives in sun and heat, and is deer resistant, too! At High Country Gardens, all seeds are non-GMO, neonicotinoid-free and guaranteed to grow. Perennial.
To determine if a plant is sufficiently cold hardy, the USDA created numbered zones indicating winter low
temperatures; the lower the zone number the colder the winter.
If the coldest winter temperature expected in your area is -15°F (zone 5) then any plants rated zones 3-5 will
survive the winter temperatures in your area.
If you live in very warm winter areas (zones 9-11) plants with zones 3-4 ratings are not recommended. The lack
of freezing winter temperatures do not provide a time for winter dormancy (rest).
(36-48" tall) Calling all pollinators! Rev up your
garden with spires of vibrant magenta-pink wildflowers with Desert Penstemon Seeds.
The populations of many pollinators are dwindling, but planting nectar-rich
flowers like Desert Penstemon is one way you can help them recover. Although
individual flowers appear delicate and dainty, don't let that fool you – this is one tough and adaptable
plant. Native to the high deserts of Southern California, it thrives in full
sun and well-drained, sandy soil. Use this drought-resistant plant in
sun-drenched meadows, rock gardens and alpine plantings. As long as the soil
drains well, the plant will thrive with minimal care. The evergreen foliage,
upright stems and overall mounding shape make it a handsome filler plant, even
when it's not in bloom. As much as you'll love this plant, deer will avoid it,
so don't worry about losing those stunning blooms to browsing. Other names for
this perennial include Rosy Desert Beardtongue, Canyon Penstemon, and Mojave
Beardtongue.
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Associated SKUs
HC017677 HC017657 (1 Ounce) - Out of stock. HC017658 (Packet) - Out of stock.
Common Name
Desert Penstemon
Botanical Name
Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Seed Life Cycle
Perennial
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Flower Color
Pink
Bloom Time
Late spring to early summer
Mature Height
36-48" tall
Wildflower Mix or Specie
Species
Ships As
Seed
Ideal Region
West, Western Only, Southwest, Hot Desert, Pacific Northwest
Zones
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Seeds Per Pound
759,000
Seeds Per Packet
334
Seed Coverage
1/4 lb covers 2,720 sq ft.1 lb covers 10,890 sq ft. 4 lb covers an acre
Soil Type
Average Soil, Sandy Soil, Low Fertility Soil, Well-Drained Soil
Soil Moisture
Waterwise
Advantages
Bee Friendly, Attract Butterflies, Attract Hummingbirds, Attract Birds, Deer Resistant, Native, Evergreen, Easy To Grow, Good For Containers, Good Rockgarden Or Alpine Plant
Ships To Canada
Yes
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 in late spring to early summer. The vivid hue and tube-shaped flowers draw the attention of hummingbirds, hawkmoths, bees and butterflies. This Southwestern native is drought-tolerant and thrives in sun and heat, and is deer resistant, too! At High Country Gardens, all seeds are non-GMO, neonicotinoid-free and guaranteed to grow. Perennial.)
