Penstemon wislizeni

Penstemon wislizeni

Native to:
Mexico | Mexico Northeast, Mexico Northwest

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Taxonomy

Division:
Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
Family:
Plantaginaceae
Genus:
Penstemon
Species:
Penstemon wislizeni

Growth Characteristics

Height:
100 cm
Drought Tolerance:
High
Bloom Colors:
red, pink

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
bees, butterflies, hummingbirds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

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Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
Cold/moist stratification required — 30–60 days
Germination Time:
14–30 days
Notes:
Seeds benefit from cold stratification for 30-60 days to improve germination; surface sow on well-drained medium.

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ORGHPS Germination Guide: Most interbreed and seed may not be what is labelled; germinates best with stored seed, even as long as 10 years at 20°

Source: Ontario Rock Garden & Hardy Plant Society