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Penstemon gracilis

*Slender Beardstongue*

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Soil: Xeric(Dry)
Sun: Full
Height: 8"-24"
Color: Lavender
Blooms: May-June
Flowers: Tubular
Leaves:

Suggested Uses:

This Penstemon is native to the upland prairies. It is particularly useful for upland restoration, but is a showy addition to any rock garden as well. It grows well in sandy and gravelly soils! Attractive to hummingbirds!

Interesting Facts

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Folklore:
Name: Penstemon means 5 stamens.
Other Names: Lilac Penstemon

Option	Price	Quantity
Seed Packets (at least 25 seeds)	$2.95
3 1/2-inch pots	$4.25
6-pack	$6.95
5 3/4-inch pots	$7.95

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