Taxonomy

Division:

Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants

Family:

Plantaginaceae

Genus:

Penstemon

Species:

Penstemon janishiae

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Forb/herb , Subshrub

Height:

6 in - 1 ft

Light Requirements:

Full Sun

Bloom Months:

may, jun, jul

Bloom Colors:

Pink, Purple

Native Range

United States: California, Idaho, Nevada, Oregon

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

sandy, well-drained, nutrient-poor soil

pH:

6.0 - 7.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

dry to moderate

Notes:

Prefers rocky or gravelly soils typical of its native range