Penland Penstemon (Penstemon Penlandii) is a perennial herb in the Plantaginaceae family with moderate care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 5-7. This plant is toxic to cats and dogs — keep it out of reach of pets.

Penstemon penlandii is a rare perennial flowering plant in the plantain family, endemic to northern Colorado.

Penland Penstemon

Penland Penstemon

Penstemon Penlandii

Penstemon penlandii is a rare perennial flowering plant in the plantain family, endemic to northern Colorado.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Moderate
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
5-7

Safety

⚠️
Not Pet Safe
⚠️
Not Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:clayey, rocky, gravelly
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Penland 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