Sidebells Penstemon Seeds – Penstemon secundiflorus – Native Wildflower with Lavender Blooms and Silvery Foliage

Sidebells Penstemon Seeds (Penstemon secundiflorus)

These 100mg seeds of Sidebells Penstemon offer an opportunity to grow a striking native wildflower known for its silvery foliage and lavender to rose-colored blooms. This herbaceous perennial is well-suited for xeriscapes, rock gardens, and pollinator-friendly landscapes, thriving in dry, well-drained soils.

Key Features

• Distinctive one-sided flower spikes with lavender to pinkish-purple blooms
• Silvery leaves that provide texture and contrast in dry garden settings
• Drought-tolerant and native to regions suitable for USDA zones 4 through 8
• Attracts pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• 100mg seed quantity, with cold stratification recommended for optimal germination

Growing Information

Sidebells Penstemon prefers full sun exposure and sandy or rocky, well-drained soils. It requires low watering once established, making it ideal for dry slopes and xeriscaping. Plant seeds in fall or early spring, applying cold stratification to improve germination rates. The plant grows upright in clumps and typically reaches maturity within one to two years.