Toadflax Penstemon (Penstemon Linarioides) is a perennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Penstemon linarioides is a small perennial herbaceous plant known for its delicate blue to violet tubular flowers and narrow leaves, typically found in dry, rocky soils of the southwestern United States.

Toadflax Penstemon

Toadflax Penstemon

Penstemon Linarioides

Penstemon linarioides is a small perennial herbaceous plant known for its delicate blue to violet tubular flowers and narrow leaves, typically found in dry, rocky soils of the southwestern United States.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
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Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:rocky, sandy, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Toadflax 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.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Penstemon