Desert Penstemon
Penstemon pseudospectabilis
Large bushy native perennial subshrub with deep rose-pink flowers, blooming February to June. Drought tolerant, occurring on sandy or well-drained soils in washes, canyons and slopes of desert scrub and woodlands; up to 8,000 ft. elevation. Common in the Sonoran Desert region. Use in restoration or xeriscape gardens. Attracts hummingbirds and small bees.
Growing Region
- Southwest, Intermountain West