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Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri
Also Known As
- Jaeger's Beardtongue
Plant type
perennial, groundcover
size
- H: 2"-5"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 9a-10b
Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri plant details
Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In summer purple flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri
- Plant type: perennial groundcover
- Plant family: plantaginaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 5 IN - tall
- Flowers: purple blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri
- USDA Zones: 9a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional
- Resistant to: verticillium wilt
- Soil needs: well-drained
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By: Stan Shebs
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By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
By: Stan Shebs
This file is licensed under the Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 license.
Gardening facts about Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri plant
How to Grow Penstemon thompsoniae subsp. jaegeri
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional
Soil Needs
- well-drained
Special Situation
- verticillium wilt resistant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- purple
Wildlife
- hummingbirds
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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