Penstemon palmeri
Palmer's Beard Tongue
Description
Native to desert areas, this penstemon produces lovely white to pink flowers.Its 3-5' flowering spikes have a tendency to attract birds. However, some say it is difficult to grow.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
3-6'
Flower Color
Pink
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Grey Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Roadside, With Rocks
Special Uses
Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.