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A sprawling perennial herb native to northern California and inland mountain forests. Being a member of the mint family, its leaves and flowers are highly fragrant. In summer it blooms with puffy inflorescences that range in color from white to pink to...

This west coast native is an evergreen shrub that should be planted in full sun along the coastline or partial sun in the inland environments. Well-drained media is required.The shiny leaves are quite resistant to wind and also give off a pleasant...

A long-blooming evergreen perennial, ‘Lavender Ruffles’ is a Border Penstemon selection that features spikes of trumpet-shaped, lavender flowers with white and purple striped throats. Flowers bloom late spring into fall and are a favorite of...

A compact evergreen perennial, Penstemon ‘Midnight’ is a Border Penstemon selection that features spikes of trumpet-shaped, dark violet flowers and glossy, lance-shaped leaves that contrast beautifully with its burgundy stems. Flowers bloom late spring...

Native to dry slopes along the central and southern California coast, Penstemon centranthifolius is notable for its glaucous blue-grey foliage and 3 to 4 foot tall spikes of tubular, scarlet red flowers. Flowers bloom mid spring into mid summer and are...

A perennial native to the western United States and southern California high deserts, Firecracker Penstemon grows in small mounds of cupped, lanceolate foliage that bear tall spikes of tubular, scarlet red flowers in spring and summer. Needs good...

Widespread in the southern California chaparral, scrub, and woodland communities, Showy Penstemon is an evergreen perennial notable for its large, sharply-toothed leaves and violet and electric blue flowers. Flowers naturally vary in color, taking on...