Slender Penstemon

Penstemon procerus

Plant Category: wildflowers

Light Conditions:

Sun to Light Shade

Soil Conditions:

Moist to Dry

Chinook Exposure:

Exposed

Size:

4-14" T & 6-12" W

Bloom Period:

June to August

Bloom Colour:

Dark Purple

Growth Habit:

Moderate to Fast

Spreads By:

Seeds

Features:

Birds
Butterflies
Bees
Native Bees
Fragrant
Berries
Fall Color
Small Spaces

Large Spaces
Good in Containers
Long Bloom Time
Deer Resistant
Attractive Seed Heads
Edible Parts
Medicinal Properties
Posionous

This item will ship from:

Wild About Flowers

Seed Price: $4.00

Plug Price: $5.00

Seeds Per Package: 50

Please Note: Plug orders being shipped have a minimum order requirement of 8 plugs. As the Trees & Shrubs will be coming from Wright Nurseries in central Alberta and the Wildflowers, Grasses & Vines from Wild About Flowers by Okotoks, AB, both categories have a minimum order of 8 plugs for plug orders being shipped.

Description: Clusters of flowers on short stems are bright blue with pink throats and produces nectar that will attract hummingbirds, butterflies and honeybees. With its pretty blooms, glossy leaves and compact form, this versatile wildflower is a nice selection for any sunny site and will tolerate a variety of soil conditions.

Found in Nature: Meadows and open woodlands, slopes and gravelly ditches.

Distribution: Prairies, Foothills, Rocky Mountains

Notes: Available as larger potted stock - pick up only.

Important Information: The "Bloom Period" is an indicator of the time period within which the wildflowers will bloom and does not describe the time period that a single plant will bloom. The "Sizes" listed are intended to be a general guideline to consult during plant selection. Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please contact us with any questions you may have.