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Sand Penstemon, Bush Penstemon
Scientific Name: Penstemon ambiguus Torrey
Synonym: Leiostemon ambiguus
Family: Scrophulariaceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: 7-15,18-21 USDA: 6-10 Sun Exposure: Full sun to part shade Origin: Southwest USA, in sandy soils of plains, and mesas, from 2500 to 6500 m, Growth Habits: Shrubby perennial. 8 to 24 inches tall (20-60 cm) or more, 6 to 18 inches spread (15-45 cm), evergreen in USDA zone 9, die to the ground in colder winters; highly branched slightly hairy stems; linear, opposite leaves, 0.25 to 1.2 inch long (6-30 mm) Watering Needs: Low water use Propagation: Seeds, cuttings in late summer

Blooming Habits:
The Sand Penstemon has light pink, open flowers with a dark pink narrow throat, from late spring to late summer