Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactum'

Also Known As

Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactus'
Pine Leaf Beard Tongue
Pineleaf Beardtongue

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-10"
W: 12"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactum' plant details

Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactum' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer orange flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in gritty, lean and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactum'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 6 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: orange blooms in summer
Uses: compact, edging plant, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon pinifolius 'Compactum'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional

Soil needs: gritty, lean and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A diminutive and very compact selection of this Arizona/New Mexico native. Without the blooms and needle-like leaves, it looks like a dwarf conifer and indeed the base does turn semi-woody, excellent for the fairy garden. The long, tubular flowers are bright orange-red, bound to attract hummingbirds. P. pinifolius is reportedly hardy to USDA zone 4 and successfully grown as far north as Wisconsin. Rather poor and especially well drained soil, low on organic matter would be essential for cold climates. Either way, it's very drought tolerant and heat resistant plant.