Penstemon clutei

Penstemon clutei is a large plant with thick, purplish stems and toothed, blue-green leaves. It blooms in midsummer with sunset-pink flowers that attract hummingbirds. Wonderful for xeriscaping.

Penstemon clutei is a rare species native to the Sunset Crater area near Flagstaff, Arizona. It requires well-drained soil in full sun. Very drought tolerant and relatively easy to grow. Hardy in zones 4-8. Give the seeds 8 weeks cold-moist stratification.

height 36" spacing 18"

Sowing Penstemon clutei Seeds

Sow penstemon seeds outdoors in pots in late fall or winter. Or start indoors, then refrigerate the pots for 8 weeks. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.