Penstemon deustus (Hot Rock Penstemon)

Plant Description: A drought tolerant penstemon native to much of the Pacific Northwest grows multiple creamy white flowers with purple stripes along small oval shaped leaves. Beloved by poll Height: 1.5-2.5 ft Width: 1 ft Watering needs: dry, drought tolerant Sun needs: full sun- part shade Soil needs: dry, rocky soil. Does not tolerate clay Bloom Time: Spring Portland Plant List (Backyard Habitat Certification): No Landscape Use and Ecological Function: Hot Rock Penstemon flourishes in sunny, dry locations, particularly soil rich in igneous rock or limestone or well draining rocky slopes. Because of this, Hot Rock Penstemon makes a great addition to xeriscaping projects and climate resilient gardening for increasingly warm and dry climates.  This penstemon is known to attract a wide variety of wildlife including native butterflies like checkerspots and tiger moths, several species of bee including leafcutter, sweat bee, and bumblebees, as well as hummingbirds.