Penstemon incertus - Mojave Penstemon, Western Desert Penstemon (Plant) Size:1G from easy-to-spot squirrels and praying

from easy-to-spot squirrels and praying mantids to more elusive green sea turtles

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Flowers appear in showy clusters and have a sweet nectar smell like citrus flowers

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Penstemon incertus - Mojave Penstemon, Western Desert Penstemon (Plant) Size:1G from easy-to-spot squirrels and prayingShowy flower spikes. Good at high elevations. Takes summer heat. Best with some summer water, but allow to dry out fully between waterings. Plant Characteristics Family Name Plantaginaceae Species Name Penstemon incertus Common Name Mojave Penstemon, Western Desert Penstemon Plant Type Perennial Sun Exposure Coast Sun, Inland Sun, Water Requirement Low Soil Type Sand, fast draining Flower Color Purple, Violet, Lavender Flowering Months May, June