Penstemon amphorellae

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Desert Penstemon

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Information by: Photographer: Andrea Baker SNWA

Description

This low sprawling perennial shrub blooms in spring with15"-18" tall spikes of large, light blue flowers. It has narrow, light green leaves. It is fast growing but needs some shade in desert areas. It does best with moderate irrigation. This plant can reseed.

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Spring

Leaf Color

Light Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

Ask for low water use plants at your local nursery.