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Penstemon ambiguus

Also Known As

  • Bush Penstemon
  • Pink Plains Beardtongue
  • Sand Penstemon

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 1'-3'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Penstemon ambiguus plant details

Penstemon ambiguus is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In fall, spring and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon ambiguus

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green
Mature size: 1 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall, spring and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon ambiguus

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Penstemon ambiguus plant

How to Grow Penstemon ambiguus

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen

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