Penstemon parryi
Parry's Penstemon
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Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - Description
Penstemon parryi is a native of Southern Arizona and Mexico. Used to arid conditions, this is a fantastic plant for desert style themed gardens or for drought tolerant plantings. It literally loads up with pink tubular flowers each late winter and spring (February through April) for a unique blast of color for that time of year. Hummingbirds will say thanks in their travels across the desert if they find this in your yard!
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - Blooming
Panicles of tubular or bell-shaped, two lipped flowers. Blooms attract hummingbirds.
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - 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.
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - Planting
Divide plants in spring, take cuttings in spring or summer, or use seeds.
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - Pest
Slugs and snails are a threat to young growth. Penstemon is vulnerable to Southern blight, powdery mildew, leaf spots, and rust.
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - Interesting facts
Penstemon contains a staminode, or sterile stamen, that is used as a characteristic to distinguish among the species.
Parry's Penstemon (Penstemon parryi) - 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.
