Yellow Penstemon (Penstemon Confertus) is a perennial perennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 3-7. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Penstemon confertus is a yellow-flowered tufted perennial growing from a woody rhizome, reaching 20 to 50 cm tall.

Yellow Penstemon

Yellow Penstemon

Penstemon Confertus

Penstemon confertus is a yellow-flowered tufted perennial growing from a woody rhizome, reaching 20 to 50 cm tall.

Quick Facts

Type
perennial herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
3-7

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attraction, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Yellow Penstemon

Jan
Prune
Feb
Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Penstemon