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Penstemon grandiflorus
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Penstemon, Shell-Leaf
(Penstemon grandiflorus)

Code: PEGR Category: Flower Seeds Tags: Pollinator, U.S. Native

This large flowered penstemon is one of the showiest of penstemons. It is native to the central U.S. Stems and leaves are a waxy, blue-green color, and the flowers are magenta to rose and appear in early summer. Prefers well-draining soil and sunny or lightly shaded conditions. Bumble bees are frequent visitors. Plants tend to be short-lived.

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Scientific Name

Penstemon grandiflorus

Color(s)

Pink

Seed Type

Perennial

Sun

Full Sun

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Height (in.)

24-36

Bloom Period

Spring, Summer

Seeds/lb.

550,000

oz./1000 sq. ft.

1

lbs./acre

4

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

3-8


Shell-Leaf Penstemon (Penstemon grandiflorus)
  • Additional information

Additional Information

Scientific Name

Penstemon grandiflorus

Color(s)

Pink

Seed Type

Perennial

Sun

Full Sun

Moisture

Dry, Moderate

Height (in.)

24-36

Bloom Period

Spring, Summer

Seeds/lb.

550,000

oz./1000 sq. ft.

1

lbs./acre

4

USDA Hardiness Zone(s)

3-8


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