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Shrubby Penstemon
Penstemon fruticosus
In the United States:
Native
· also called bush penstemon, shrubby beardtongue
Honeybees visit shrubby penstemon for its nectar and pollen from the tubular lavender flowers, which bloom most abundantly in early to mid-summer. This compact subshrub prefers well-drained, rocky soils in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established, making it low-maintenance for pollinator gardens. It can spread slowly as a groundcover but may require occasional pruning to maintain shape.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | May–August |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |