Azure Penstemon

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Data provided by the participants of the Consortium of California Herbaria

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Plant description

Azure Penstemon (Penstemon azureus var. angustissimus) is a native perennial herb that grows in central and northern California. It tends to grow in moist, open places, at elevations from 1000-2300 feet.

Plant overview

Plant type

Perennial herb

Size

8 - 28 in Tall

Color

Blue

Flowering season

Spring, Summer

Special uses

Containers

Landscaping information

Sun

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Water

Moderate, High

Sunset Zones

7*, 14*, 15*, 16*, 17*, 19, 20, 21

Natural setting

Site type

Moist, open places

Plant communities

Forest

Wildlife supported

Hummingbirds

Birds

Bees

Caterpillars

Butterflies

Butterflies and moths supported

0 confirmed and 10 likely

Confirmed Likely

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Alternative names

Common names:

Azure Penstemon

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