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.
Common Name | Desert Penstemon |
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Botanical Name | Penstemon pseudospectabilis |
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. |
Soil Type | Sandy Soil, Average Soil, Low Fertility Soil, Drought/Dry Soil, Well-Drained Soil |
Soil Moisture | Drought Resistant / Waterwise |
Amount Of Rain | Less than 10" (with irrigation), 10 to 20", 20 to 30" |
Advantages | Easy To Grow, Attract Butterflies, Attract Hummingbirds, Attract Birds, Bee Friendly, Deer Resistant, Native, Good For Containers, Evergreen, Good Rockgarden Or Alpine Plant |