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Penstemon clutei

Also Known As

  • Sunset Crater Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 24"-36"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 4a-8b

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Penstemon clutei plant details

Penstemon clutei is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - bright shade and regular - low water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon clutei

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon clutei

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun - bright shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: rabbit, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Penstemon clutei plant

How to Grow Penstemon clutei

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - bright shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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