Penstemon palmeri (Palmer's Beardtongue)
500 seeds $3.25
Penstemon palmeri is one of the showiest penstemons. It blooms from May to July with tall spikes of large, light pink flowers that attract hummingbirds and bumblebees. The fragrant flowers smell like grapes. Nice for cutting .
Penstemon palmeri is heat and drought tolerant . It needs full sun and well-drained soil. Native to the Western United States.
Also known as Palmer's Penstemon, Pink Wild Snapdragon, and Scented Penstemon. Deer resistant. Hardy perennial in zones 4-9.
height 3-4' spacing 15"
Sowing Penstemon palmeri Seeds
Start penstemon seeds indoors in late winter. Barely cover the seeds with soil, then refrigerate for 6 weeks. Full sun.