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Palmer Penstemon Seeds

Hummingbirds can't resist these rosy nectar-rich blooms

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Frost Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Attracts Hummingbirds
Fragrant
Fast Growing
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Penstemon palmeri

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 48 inches

COLOR

  • Pink

This Pretty Pink Perennial is a tenacious wildflower! Known to thrive in conditions where others languish, drought and poor soil are no match for this lovely desert native.

  • Tall-growing perennial that thrives in even the most adverse conditions
  • Heirloom North American native with pink Summer blooms
  • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Fall
  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 350 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 32,000 Up to 625 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

View our Penstemon Planting Guide to learn more.

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Palmer Penstemon Seeds

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Palmer Penstemon Seeds FAQs

What is Palmer Penstemon also known as?

Palmer Penstemon is also known as Beardtongue and Beard Tongue.

Is Palmer Penstemon resistant to animals or disease?

Palmer Penstemon is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Palmer Penstemon?

Palmer Penstemon is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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