Close-up of Richardson's Penstemon flower (Penstemon richardsonii). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.
Richardson's Penstemon with bee (Penstemon richardsonii). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.
Richardson's Penstemon (Penstemon richardsonii). One of 100+ species of Pacific Northwest native plants available at Sparrowhawk Native Plants, Native Plant Nursery in Portland, Oregon.

Richardson's Penstemon

Penstemon richardsonii

Native to north-central Oregon, prefers sunny, dry, rocky habitats. Late blooming, provides vivid color to the summer and fall pollinator garden.

  • Size at maturity: 8"-32"
  • Canopy layer: groundcover
  • Light requirements: full sun, part sun / part shade
  • Moisture requirements: dry to moist soil
  • Special features: supports hummingbirds
  • Bloom time: June to August


Photo Credits: "Penstemon richardsonii" by peganum is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0

 

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