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
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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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-9b
Size
Height: 9"-12"
Width: 12"-18"
- sun
- occasional
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
8a-10b
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-10b
Size
Height: 2'
Width: 8"-14"
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
aka Lilac Beardstongue, Lilac Penstemon
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
3a-9b
Size
Height: 8"-24"
Width: 8"-24"
- sun
- regular
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