Penstemon 'Pocohontas'

Penstemon 'Pocohontas'

$12.95

Penstemon digitalis 'Pocahontas' is an upright native perennial featuring glossy green foliage and tall stems of soft pink tubular flowers that bloom in late spring to early summer. This refined selection combines strong vertical structure with excellent pollinator value, making it a versatile choice for borders, native plantings, and naturalized landscapes.

Height & Spread: 24 - 36 in x 18 - 24 in

Bloom Time: Late spring to early summer

Light Requirements: Full sun to part shade

Soil Preference: Average to well drained soil

Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established

Deer Resistance: Deer resistant

Native Status

This selection is a cultivar of Penstemon digitalis, a species native to much of the eastern and central United States. It maintains the ecological benefits of the native species while offering improved garden performance and ornamental appeal.

WILDLIFE & INSECTS

Hummingbirds

  • Attracts hummingbirds which feed from the tubular pink flowers throughout the late spring bloom period.

Bees

  • Supports native bees and bumblebees which visit the flowers for nectar and pollen.

Butterflies

  • Provides nectar for butterflies including Swallowtails and Painted Ladies during its flowering season.

Spacing & Landscape Use

Spacing Recommendations

  • Space 18 - 24 in apart to allow room for its upright habit and branching flower stems to develop.

Landscape Placement

  • Ideal for sunny borders, pollinator gardens, and native plantings where its vertical flowers add height and seasonal color.

Companion Plants

  • Schizachyrium scoparium (Little Bluestem) - Adds fine textured grass structure and seasonal color that complements the upright form.
  • Echinacea purpurea (Purple Coneflower) - Extends summer interest with bold blooms that pair well with Penstemon’s flower spikes.
  • Asclepias tuberosa (Butterfly Weed) - Provides vibrant orange flowers and additional pollinator support in sunny native plantings.
  • Coreopsis verticillata (Threadleaf Coreopsis) - Brings airy foliage and long lasting yellow flowers that soften the planting combination.
  • Salvia nemorosa 'Caradonna' (Meadow Sage) - Adds complementary purple flower spikes and similar sun loving growing conditions.

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