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Penstemon amphorellae

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

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Fruit Color

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Fruit Season

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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

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Design Styles

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Accenting Features

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Seasonal Interest

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Location Uses

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Special Uses

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Attracts Wildlife

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Water Saving Tip:

Use multiple cycles of irrigation on watering days. Most sprinklers deliver water faster than soils can absorb it.

By breaking up the watering time into smaller segments, runoff can be greatly reduced.