Penstemon pinifolius

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Pine-Leaf Penstemon

 
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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Janet Rademacher MSN

 

Description

Native in Arizona and New Mexico. Woody to 2' tall and wide with short needlike foliage. Flowers are red tubes in summer. There are yellow forms also. It is a long bloomer and resembles a cushion shaped pine. Makes a great border perennial along paths or steps. It also is a hummingbird attractor.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial, Biennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Red, Yellow

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Very Low, Low, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Slow

 

Soil Type

Sandy

 

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch, Spanish

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, Swimming Pool, Walkways, With Rocks

 

Special Uses

Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

Hummingbirds

Water Saving Tip:

Even during our hottest months we don't need to water daily.

Give your plants a chance to breathe.

Water late at night or in the early morning hours to avoid losses to wind and evaporation.