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Thurber Penstemon

Penstemon Thurberi

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Overview

Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon thurberi) is a perennial favored for its vibrant tubular flowers, attracting hummingbirds and butterflies. Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it reaches up to 3 feet high with a spread of 12-18 inches. Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to part shade exposure. Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for xeriscaping. Blooms appear in summer, adding a splash of color with minimal maintenance.

Sun FullWater LowZones 9–11Type ShrubClimate Arid, Mediterranean
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — attracting hummingbirds and butterflies
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — The Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon thurberi) is a captivating addition to arid and semi-arid landscapesThurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it reaches up to 3 feet high with a spread of 12-18 inchesThurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to part shade exposureThurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Blooms appear in summer, adding a splash of color with minimal maintenanceThurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon thurberi) is a perennial favored for its vibrant tubular flowersThurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for xeriscaping+19

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Low
USDA zones
9–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Shrub
Family
Plantaginaceae
Climate
Arid, Mediterranean

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Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — attracting hummingbirds and butterflies
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — The Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon thurberi) is a captivating addition to arid and semi-arid landscapes
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Thriving in USDA zones 7-10, it reaches up to 3 feet high with a spread of 12-18 inches
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Plant in well-drained soil with full sun to part shade exposure
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Blooms appear in summer, adding a splash of color with minimal maintenance
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon thurberi) is a perennial favored for its vibrant tubular flowers
Thurber Penstemon (Penstemon Thurberi) — Drought-tolerant once established, it's ideal for xeriscaping
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