Penstemon triflorus
Hill Country Penstemon
Description
One of the first species to bloom in the low desert in early February and continues through April. Especially large deep rose flowers marked with colored streaks. This compact form has 2' tall flower spikes.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Pink, Red
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Poor, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral, Basic
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Ranch, Spanish, Wild Garden
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Patio, Raised Planter, With Rocks
Special Uses
Filler, 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.