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Whipple's Penstemon

Penstemon whippleanus, Plantaginaceae

Zones
3–8
Layer
Herbaceous
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect Habitat

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

Western ColumbineAquilegia formosa
Pollinator Sharing
Large-flowered BeardtonguePenstemon grandiflorus
Pollinator Sharing
Giant Red PaintbrushCastilleja miniata
Pollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Silvery LupineLupinus argenteus

Some penstemon species may produce compounds that interfere with legume nodulation and growth

Uses

Functions

Pollinator SupportWildflower MeadowAlpine Gardening

Common Questions

What zones does Whipple's Penstemon grow in?

Whipple's Penstemon grows in USDA hardiness zones 3 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Whipple's Penstemon?

Good companions for Whipple's Penstemon include Western Columbine, Large-flowered Beardtongue, Giant Red Paintbrush.

Design guilds with Whipple's Penstemon and see companion relationships visually.

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