Wispy, narrow leafed stems grow to two feet in clumps. Easy to grow from seed. Blooms late spring to summer. Blooms summer to fall. Native to dry rocky areas to the high mountain meadows of the west, the many types of penstemons have showy tubular blossoms in red, purples to blues.
Species range from sprawling mats to shrubs.
Native to desert regions, these plants produce fragrant white, yellow or pink evening-blooming flowers which die back after blooming. They need little care. For shadier areas, try these drought tolerant perennials. Loves to be watered, but can tolerate drought. Has heavy roots for water storage.