Penstemon hirsutus var. pygmaeus 1Q

Compact form of the native evergreen mat forming Penstemon with deep green foliage tinged red in winter. Blue-violet tubular flowers with white interiors bloom along stocky flowering stems in summer. Both the stems and flowers are covered in delicate hairs that catch dew and light, leading to the common name, Hairy Beardtongue.

• Container Size: 1 quart
  
• USDA Zone: 3-8
  
• Height: 6 inches
  
• Spread:
  
• Sun Exposure: full sun
  
• Soil Moisture: dry to average
  
• Bloom Time: summer
  
• Bloom Color: violet
  
• Foliage Color: green
  
• US Native: yes
  
• Wildlife Benefit:
  
• Notes: groundcover, Award of Garden Merit - RHS, evergreen
  
• Image Credit: Jelitto