Penstemon crandallii ssp. glabrescens

Also Known As

Penstemon crandallii var. glabrescens
Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2"
W: 4"-6"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Penstemon crandallii ssp. glabrescens plant details

Penstemon crandallii ssp. glabrescens is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer blue and lavender flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon crandallii ssp. glabrescens

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 4 IN - 6 IN - wide, 2 IN tall
Flowers: blue and lavender blooms in summer
Uses: alpine, container plant, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon crandallii ssp. glabrescens

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Ratko's collections from Arroyo Aguaje de la Petaca in New Mexico at 8225' where it forms two inch woody based shrublets that spread 4-6" covered in green needle like leaves; lavender blue flowers with yellow staminodes are held up off the foliage, a fantastic plant and reasonably growable. ZONE 5