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    Penstemon gairdneri

    Also Known As

    • Gairdner's beard Tongue
    • Gairdner's Penstemon

    Plant type

    shrub

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 12"-18"

    planting zones

    • 6a-9b

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    Penstemon gairdneri plant details

    Penstemon gairdneri is a broadleaf semi-evergreen shrub with green foliage. In spring lavender and pink flowers emerge. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon gairdneri

    Plant type: shrub
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in spring

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon gairdneri

    USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: lean and well-drained

    Gardening facts about Penstemon gairdneri plant

    How to Grow Penstemon gairdneri

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • pink
      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

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