Small Penstemon

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Plant description

Small Penstemon (Penstemon parvulus) is a native perennial herb that grows in Central and Northern California, primarily in the Klamath Mountain Range and High Sierra Nevada regions. It tends to grow in rocky and open slopes, at elevations from 2400-9500 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

6 - 12 in Tall

Color

Blue, Purple

Flowering season

Summer

Special uses

Containers

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Propagation

For propagating by seed: 3 mos. stratification (Williams 1986).

Sunset Zones

1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 14, 15, 16, 17

Natural setting

Site type

Rocky, open slopes

Plant communities

Red Fir Forest, Yellow Pine Forest

Wildlife supported

Hummingbirds

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 10 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Euphydryas colon

Alternative names

Common names:

Short-stalk Penstemon

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