Penstemon pinifolius
Also called:
Pineneedle Beardtongue
Pineneedle Penstemon
Pineleaf Beardtongue
Botanical Description
Plant Family:
Scrophulariaceae
Evergreen
Herbaceous Plant, Perennial
Oregon Native?
No
West State Native?
Yes
Southern New Mexico and eastern Arizona.
Pat Kolling
Flower:
Red
Blooms from :
Jul
to:
Sep
Red or bright orange tubular flowers
Foliage:
Green
Resembles a tiny mugo pine with thin, evergreen leaves held on tidy stems giving the plant year-round interest
Site Selection
Minimum USDA Hardiness Zone:
4
Water Needs:
VL
Sun Needs:
Full Sun
Deer Resistant?
No
Firewise?
Yes
Height:
6-12"
Spread:
15-24"
Growth Rate:
Native Habitat:
Soil Needs
Sandy Soil, Average Soil, Low Fertility Soil
Fertilizer Needs:
Fertilize sparingly. One time each year in the fall is enough. Apply a light application of an organic or natural fertilizer such as a top dressing around the plants. Don't use high nitrogen water soluble fertilizers.
Recommended Mulch:
Mulch with gravel or pine needles in arid climates. No mulch is needed where conditions are moister. Always avoid bark, grass clippings, or compost as mulch materials.
Wildlife Uses
Attracts Pollinators?
Yes
Attracts Birds?
Yes
Supports Butterflies?
No
Wildlife use description: