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    Penstemon auriberbis

    Also Known As

    • Beardtongue

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 6"-14"
    • W: 6"-12"

    planting zones

    • 7a-8b

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    Penstemon auriberbis plant details

    Penstemon auriberbis is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon auriberbis

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 6 IN - 14 IN - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon auriberbis

    USDA Zones: 7a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Somewhat resembles Penstemon ambuigua, with blue flowers on about 12 inch stems. Only hardy to zone 7 or so.

    By: Arrowhead Alpines

    Gardening facts about Penstemon auriberbis plant

    How to Grow Penstemon auriberbis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - low

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • spring
      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

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