{"product_id":"penstemon-cobaea","title":"Penstemon cobaea","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePenstemon cobaea\u003c\/strong\u003e is a striking native perennial with large tubular flowers in shades of white, pink, and violet that rise above sturdy upright stems in late spring. Its bold flowers and coarse green foliage give it a strong presence in sunny gardens while its water wise nature makes it especially useful for dry and rocky sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cblockquote\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight \u0026amp; Spread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 - 2 ft x 1 - 1.5 ft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil Preference:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry to average well drained soil; tolerates poor and rocky conditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering Needs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeer Resistance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deer resistant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eNative Status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePenstemon cobaea is native to the central and south central United States where it occurs naturally in prairies, rocky bluffs, limestone glades, and other dry open habitats.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWILDLIFE \u0026amp; INSECTS\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHummingbirds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDraws hummingbirds to its large tubular flowers which provide accessible nectar during the late spring bloom period.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eButterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts butterflies seeking nectar from its showy flowers and adds valuable early season resources to pollinator gardens.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBees\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports native bees including specialized bees which forage within the deep floral tubes for nectar and pollen.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpacing \u0026amp; Landscape Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing Recommendations\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace 12 - 18 in apart to give each upright clump room to develop while allowing the large flowers to stand out individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLandscape Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal for native plantings, prairie gardens, rock gardens, and sunny borders where its large flowers provide an eye catching spring display.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCompanion Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAsclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds vivid orange flowers and strong pollinator value as the season moves into summer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' (Threadleaf Coreopsis)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Provides airy foliage and bright yellow flowers that complement the bold form of Penstemon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEchinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Continues the pollinator display with larger flowers as Penstemon finishes blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSchizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Adds upright grass texture and warm seasonal color while sharing Penstemon's preference for dry well drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSolidago nemoralis (Gray Goldenrod)\u003c\/strong\u003e - Extends the flowering season with golden blooms that complement its dry site conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Cicconi Farms","offers":[{"title":"2 Gallon","offer_id":48035923132577,"sku":"PENSTEMON COBAEA","price":12.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0359\/3329\/0634\/products\/ImageComingSoon.jpg?v=1589304044","url":"https:\/\/cicconi-farms.myshopify.com\/products\/penstemon-cobaea","provider":"Cicconi Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}