Penstemon smallii Phlomis and not one of the

and not one of the shorter species often sold as such in the trade

If that's not enough

aquatic or otherwise

When planted in morning sun

Penstemon smallii Phlomis and not one of thePenstemon smallii has long been a favorite Southeast US (NC to Alabama) native beard tongue. The bushy, 6" tall winter rosettes of green foliage with reddish overtones, give rise to 12" tall stalks, laden with small lavender bells in May and June (NC). Penstemon smallii is short lived (2 3 years), but seeds around nicely always in the perfect spot. In the wild, it grows on rocky mountainous slopes and outcrops, and needs a similar condition in the