Penstemon Pink Palmer’s Seeds (Penstemon palmeri) Fragrant, tubular pink blooms on tall spikes. A stunning drought-tolerant native that attracts hummingbirds.

Minimum: 50+ Seeds

Tall, Fragrant Spikes of Native Elegance for Dry Gardens

Add bold vertical interest and fragrant beauty to your garden with Penstemon palmeri, also known as Pink Palmer’s Penstemon. This striking native wildflower is one of the only penstemon species with a noticeable floral scent. It produces tall spikes of large, tubular pink blooms that rise above silvery-green foliage, drawing in hummingbirds, native bees, and butterflies.

Well adapted to arid and semi-arid climates, this drought-tolerant perennial thrives in poor soils and full sun. It brings a desert charm to pollinator gardens, native plant landscapes, and xeriscapes while requiring very little maintenance once established.

🌟 Why You’ll Love It:

🌸 Fragrant, showy blooms in soft pink
🪻 Stands tall and adds height to beds and borders
🦋 Attracts hummingbirds and native pollinators
🌞 Grows well in hot, dry environments
🌾 Native to the western United States and ideal for restoration

🏡 Perfect For:

• Pollinator and hummingbird gardens

• Native plant and desert-themed landscapes

• Xeriscaping and dry slopes

• Naturalized areas and wildflower meadows

• Water-wise and low-maintenance gardening

🌿 Planting and Growing Info:

• Botanical Name: Penstemon palmeri

• Plant Type: Short-lived perennial or biennial

• Height: 3 to 6 feet tall

• Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

• Bloom Color: Light to deep pink

• Foliage: Blue-green and lance-shaped

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Soil Needs: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soils

• Spacing: 18 to 24 inches apart

• USDA Zones: 4 to 9

🌱 Growing Tips:

• Sow in fall or cold-stratify seeds before spring planting

• Prefers lean, dry soils and may struggle in rich, wet conditions

• Water sparingly once plants are established

• Allow flower spikes to go to seed for natural reseeding

• Deadhead to prolong blooming in early years

Bring graceful height, fragrance, and pollinator power to your garden with Penstemon Pink Palmer’s. A true standout in wild gardens and drought-tolerant designs, this native perennial is as tough as it is beautiful.