Penstemon procerus Small-flowered penstemon (Scrophulariaceae)

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Penstemon procerus
Small-flowered penstemon
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The Penstemon procerus plant species is found in Northwestern N. America - Alaska to Oregon, east to Wyoming and Colorado. It is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Small-flowered penstemon.

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Latin Name:  Penstemon procerus
Common Name:  Small-flowered penstemon
Family:  Scrophulariaceae
Author:  Douglas.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  0.4   Mature Width:  0.2

Habitat:  Dry plains, prairies and open or wooded slopes at low to fairly high elevations[204].

Cultivation Notes: Succeeds in ordinary rich garden soils so long as they are well-drained[1]. Succeeds in dry soils. Prefers a position in full sun[188]. Although very cold hardy, this species does not like winter wet and therefore is best given some protection in the winter or a position such as at the foot of a dry wall[200].

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