Rattan’s Penstemon | Penstemon rattanii - Benton Soil And Water Conservation District

Rattan’s Penstemon | Penstemon rattanii

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This little purple figwort is a favorite of bees and butterflies. It blooms May-June.

Plant Details

Habitats	Oak Woodland, Mixed Hardwood-Conifer Forest or Woodland
Habitat Notes	Shade tolerant and drought tolerant. prefers some shade but sometimes tolerates sun.
Mature Height	0.8-3.9 ft
Shade Preference	part sun, shade
Soil Tolerance	well-drained to dry soils
Special Uses	attracts pollinators

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