Penstemon secundiflorus

Also Known As

Sidebells Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

4a-10b

Penstemon secundiflorus plant details

Penstemon secundiflorus is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring blue and lavender flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and low water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon secundiflorus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon secundiflorus

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

In early Spring, 2’ stalks emerge from a basal rosette of blue-green leaves and delight you with luminous lavender and blue flaring blooms. Older plants wear dozens of flowering stalks. Quite a sight! Do give Pentemons good drainage.