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Native to the eastern Columbia River Gorge, this late spring pink (rosy to lilac) penstemon grows on talus slopes in the shade of overhanging cliffs. This is a rare and special plant, particularly because it is difficult to enjoy in the wild unless you're a rock climber. Note that this Penstemon is...

Spring and summer blue-purple to pink tubular flowers broadcast their beauty in clustered semi-whorls. Long stems are clasped by serrated, arrow-shaped leaves. This Penstemon doesn't mind moist soil and is even a bit clay-tolerant. Native from the coast to 6,000 feet in OR, WA, British Columbia, and AK. Mature size: 1 - 2 feet...

White tubular blossoms the length of the 2-foot tall stems are variously blushed with pink or dipped in rose-red. The result is a tantalizing Penstemon "confection," blooming mid-summer – late autumn. Mature size: 2 ft T & W Minimum temperature: -10° F

Large deep blue-purple funnel-shaped flowers from June to September above narrow, lush foliage. Mature size: 2-3 ft T x W Minimum temperature: 0° F

Lavender flowers on a well-branched plant with wide leaves, this penstemon, like others, will be appreciated by hummingbirds, and butterflies. It comes from the mountains of Appalachia and blooms from mid- to late summer. It enjoys rock gardens and other circumstances with well-draining soils — it's best bet for a longer life....

Penstemon strictus is evergreen with multiple spires of large, violet-blue, tubular flowers designed, as with all Penstemon, with the hummer in mind (and I don't mean the SUV!). This one will tolerate heavy soils better than some, but "tolerate" is the operative word, preferring well-drained gritty soil. It's profuse in the...

From early to late summer, pink-purple-blue, tubular blooms burst forth in whorls on upright stems. Leaves form a low mat of narrow, evergreen, grey-green. Native to W USA. BEE-loved. Mature size: 2-12 in T & W Minimum temperature: -20° F Photo of flower close up by Peter Stevens from Seattle, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia...

Reminiscent of a woodland fairytale, 'Red Riding Hood's vibrant crimson, tubular blooms cast a spell on birds and humans alike! From early to late summer, hummingbirds will flock to your gardens to sip their sweet nectar and make you feel like you've wandered into a fairytale of your own. Drought tolerant deer resistant,...

Small, thick, leathery, rounded blue-green leaves are the backdrop for large and exquisite, tubular deep pink flowers in late spring. Give this prostrate evergreen subshrub gritty, well-draining soil in a sunny locale. Loves to snuggle with rocks; "rupicola" meaning "rock-dweller". Mature size: 6 inches tall & 3 feet wide Minimum temperature: -10° F

This English selection of a California native woody-based shrublet, shows off a bevy of small, clear yellow, tubular blooms (apparently made for hummingbirds) on spikes above bright green, needle-like leaves. Spring and summer bloom. Airy and exhilarating! Evergreen. Needs well-draining soil! (Mersea is an island off the east coast of England and...

Large, grape-purple flowers that hummers love, bloom in late spring to early summer — a superb hybrid developed in Colorado for hardiness. These plants are vigorous, with glossy green foliage and a lax habit. They are drought-tolerant, but, unlike many Penstemon, are happiest with fertile soil and some water. 2' x 2' Minimum...

From early to late summer bright scarlet trumpets grace upright, slender, dark burgundy stems. Narrow, strappy, bright green leaves are a striking contrast. Deadhead to promote rebloom. Hummingbird magnet!!! Deciduous perennial; mature size; 2-3 ft T x W Minimum temperature: 0° F

This species, with masses of small magenta "sparklers," blooms for months on end and is adored by hummingbirds! It's a native of Oaxaca, Mexico where it's found growing at elevations up to 10,000 feet. Grass-green narrow leaves clasp red stems. A tough and rewarding gem. Mature size: 2 ft T & W Minimum temperature: 0°...

Description coming soon Minimum temperature: -30° F

This is an adorable plant. It keeps itself low and humble before it bursts out with light purple trumpet flowers. This lovely evergreen is drought-tolerant and an excellent selection for our pollinators! Mature size: 12" by 6" Minimum temperature: -30° F

Vibrant, tubular pink flowers bloom in summer amid ever-gray-green leaves that are small, rounded, and leathery. This subshrub is found among higher elevation rocky outcroppings and prefers excellent drainage in full sun, and preferably the company of rocks or gravel to approximate conditions back home. PNW native. Mature size: 2 feet...