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Littleflower Penstemon

Penstemon procerus, Plantaginaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Slow

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatGround Cover

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Dense-leaved WoollystarEriastrum densifolium
Pollinator Sharing
Moldavian DragonheadDracocephalum moldavica
Pollinator SharingPest Deterrent
Orange SneezeweedHelenium hoopesii
Pollinator SharingWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Eastern Smooth BeardtonguePenstemon laevigatus

Congeneric penstemons compete for similar soil conditions and mycorrhizal partners

Desert BeardtonguePenstemon pseudospectabilis

Different penstemon species compete for similar soil nutrients and mycorrhizae

Uses

Functions

Attracts Native BeesSupports HummingbirdsProvides Nectar For Small ButterfliesAttracts Hover FliesEarly Season Pollinator Plant

Medicinal Uses

Traditional Respiratory Remedies

Common Questions

What zones does Littleflower Penstemon grow in?

Littleflower Penstemon grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Littleflower Penstemon?

Good companions for Littleflower Penstemon include Dense-leaved Woollystar, Moldavian Dragonhead, Orange Sneezeweed.

Design guilds with Littleflower Penstemon and see companion relationships visually.

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