Penstemon pinifolius Mersea Yellow 1Q

(Pineleaf Beardtongue)

Unique yellow selection of the Southwestern United States native penstemon producing airy stems covered in lemon-yellow tubular blooms in summer. Narrow, evergreen, needle-like leaves are the reason for the common name Pineleaf Penstemon. Pollinator and hummingbird magnet. Requires excellent draining and performs best in lean dry soils.

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade quart
• USDA Zone: 4-9
• Height: 9-12”
• Spread: 1-1.5’
• Sun Exposure: full sun
• Soil Moisture: dry to average, well-drained
• Bloom Time: summer
• Bloom Color: yellow
• Foliage Color: green
• US Native: native selection
• Wildlife Benefit: hummingbirds, pollinators
• Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant, drought tolerant, evergreen