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Penstemon grandiflorus Prairie Jewel

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 50 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 ft)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Penstemon grandiflorus Prairie Jewel (large-flowered beard-tongue) bears bright pink blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant has greyish green foliage that is evergreen.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Penstemon grandiflorus Prairie Jewel tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to rabbits. Penstemon grandiflorus Prairie Jewel attracts hummingbirds and butterflies to your garden.