Smallflower penstemon

Penstemon procerus

Mat-forming native perennial with woody rhizomes and small blue to purple flowers, blooming June to August. Common within its range. Occurs on a wide variety of soils in dry to moist meadows and woodland openings, as well as wetland and riparian sites; up to 12,500 ft. elevation. Use for revegetation and pollinator habitat; attracts hummingbirds, butterflies and small bees.