Penstemon tenuis (Gulf Coast Penstemon) Medium water use Red-spotted Purple

Red-spotted Purple

Water use Low Sun exposure Full to part sun Bloom color Purple Bloom time Fall Mature height 3-4 ft Mature spread 3-4 ft Attracts Hummingbirds

and western pygmy blues

Leaf litter can be left in beds as mulch

it has an interesting multi-trunk growth habit

Penstemon tenuis (Gulf Coast Penstemon) Medium water use Red-spotted PurpleAlso known as Brazos Penstemon. Gulf Coast Penstemon is the perfect addition to any informal garden. It produces lovely purple bell shaped flowers in the spring. It fits in nicely in perennial beds and borders, and pairs well with Yellow Columbine and native sedges. Under favorable conditions, it will reseed freely. Gulf Coast Penstemon does best in part sun and bright shade, and tolerates poor drainage. It works well in meadow and cottage gardens as