Penstemon heterophyllus ex 'Blue Springs'

Common name(s): beardtongue, electric blue penstemon

Description: perennial; a showy seed strain of the widespread California foothills penstemon. Very showy blue-violet flowers bloom from late spring throughout the summer. No supplemental water needed once established and really no need to prune. Beautiful linear foliage stays evergreen.

Height: to 14 in. Spread: to 2 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 0 F and below

Drought: adapted to 4 months of summer drought