Penstemon triflorus (Scarlet Penstemon)

Penstemon triflorus (Scarlet Penstemon)Also known as Hill Country Penstemon. Scarlet Penstemon is a small, bushy penstemon with showy magenta blooms. It is an eye catching prairie perennial that has its place in micro prairies, meadows and perennial gardens. It also makes a lovely cut flower. Scarlet Penstemon provides nectar for butterflies and hummingbirds. It can be deadheaded once finished blooming or allowed to re seed. AT A GLANCE Texas native Yes Water use Low Sun exposure Full sun

part sun Bloom color Yellow

and gravel

It is a drought-tolerant

It can be used in woodland gardens or shrub borders

and again in early summer if needed

It is a fast grower and aggressive spreader that competes well with weeds and herbaceous species

Also known as Canada Goldenrod

woodland gardens

part sun Bloom color Creamy white Bloom time Spring Mature height 2-3 ft Mature spread 3-4 ft Evergreen  Yes Attracts Bees Deer resistant Yes

It does best planted in groups or as mass planting

and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds

It will grow faster with more moisture but requires well-draining soil