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Penstemon gracilis
Slender Beardstongue
Photos by Ann Grandy and Sally J.A.Finzel. Please ask for permission before using images.

Soil: Dry
Sun: Full
Height: 8-24"
Color: Lavender
Blooms: May-Jun
Flowers:
Leaves:

 

Suggested Uses:

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

 

Interesting Facts

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

Option Price Quantity
3 1/2-inch pots $4.25
6-pack $6.95
5 3/4-inch pots $7.95
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Do not use native plants for food or medicine based on the information in this website. The information listed here is included for entertainment only, not as a recommendation. Please do not eat any native plants!