Penstemon heterophyllus
Foothill Penstemon
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Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Description
Penstemon heterophyllus- A California Native and a tough customer as a result of being able to survive the long hot summers without the benifit of rainfall. Loads up all summer long with long tubular pinkish blue flowers that hummingbirds seek out in droves.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Blooming
Panicles of tubular or bell-shaped, two lipped flowers. Blooms attract hummingbirds.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Growth
Deciduous or evergreen perennials and subshrubs with linear to lance-shaped leaves. Grows best in full sun or partial shade. Works well in a border or rock garden.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Planting
Divide plants in spring, take cuttings in spring or summer, or use seeds.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Pest
Slugs and snails are a threat to young growth. Penstemon is vulnerable to Southern blight, powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Interesting facts
Penstemon contains a staminode, or sterile stamen, that is used as a characteristic to distinguish among the species.
Foothill Penstemon (Penstemon heterophyllus) - Soil and irrigation
Well-drained, evenly moist soil. Water and mulch during dry weather. Dwarf and shrub species prefer poor to average, grainy soil with excellent drainage.
