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Penstemonprocerus var. formosus

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Genus
Penstemon (PEN-stem-on)
Info
Synonym
Penstemon formosus
Penstemon procerus subsp. formosus
Penstemon tolmiei subsp. formosus
Sun Exposure
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Evergreen
Height

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Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 3a: to -39.9 °C (-40 °F)
Danger
N/A
Bloom Color
Blue-Violet
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Other Details
Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color

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Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size

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Other details

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Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
Patent Information

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Propagation Methods

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Seed Collecting

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Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Cupertino, California

Vancouver, Washington

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