Botanical Name: Penstemon pseudospectabilis
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Common Name: Desert Penstemon  
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  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Broadleaf Evergreen, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3'

 

Flower Color

Pink

 

Flower Season

Summer

 

Leaf Color

Green, Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Janet Rademacher MSN

  • Description

  • Notes

A beautiful, nearly ever-blooming species native to southern New Mexico. The long spikes of hot pink flowers contrast beautifully with the large gray leaves. Foliage may be evergreen in milder winters. Remove faded flowers and give it a few deep soakings in the heat of the summer to keep the plant blooming for many months. This Penstemon loves hot weather, and is recommended for use throughout the southwestern U.S. 36 inches tall and 18 inches wide. There are a number of selected forms available.