Penstemon breviculus

Also Known As

Penstemon brevicaulis
Shortstem Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 8"-12"
W: 8"-12"

planting zones

9a-9b

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Penstemon breviculus plant details

Penstemon breviculus is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer lavender and purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun 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 verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon breviculus

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 8 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender and purple blooms in fall and summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon breviculus

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Another one of those incredibly cute little western Penstemon, forming a little mound topped with startling large and incredibly beautiful flowers. Probably not going to be hardy for us, but I stuck one out in trial beds, so we'll see what happens. -Joseph