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    Penstemon gracilis

    Also Known As

    • Lilac Beardstongue
    • Lilac Penstemon

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-24"
    • W: 8"-24"

    planting zones

    • 3a-9b

    Penstemon gracilis plant details

    Penstemon gracilis is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon gracilis

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: plantaginaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 8 IN - 24 IN - wide, 8 IN - 24 IN - tall
    Flowers: lavender blooms in summer

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon gracilis

    USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: well-drained

    Gardening facts about Penstemon gracilis plant

    How to Grow Penstemon gracilis

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • lavender

    • Wildlife

      • hummingbirds

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 3"-6"

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