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Penstemon 'Thorn'

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   8a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H4 - G1   Australia:   2 - 4  
Care Level medium
Height 60 - 70 cm (2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Penstemon 'Thorn' (autumn beard-tongue) bears light pink blossoms during mid summer to mid autumn. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Penstemon 'Thorn' . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits.