Rock Penstemon – Penstemon baccharifolius Live Plant | 1 Gallon Fully Rooted | Includes Nursery Pot | Native Pollinator Perennial | Drought Tolerant

Add vibrant color and attract hummingbirds with this 1 Gallon live Rock Penstemon (Penstemon baccharifolius), shipped fully rooted in its nursery pot and ready to plant. Also known as Rock Beardtongue or Baccharis-leaf Penstemon, this hardy native perennial produces striking clusters of cherry-red tubular flowers atop sturdy stems above thick, dark green foliage. Perfect for rock gardens, pollinator gardens, xeriscapes, borders, and native landscapes, Rock Penstemon is a low-maintenance perennial that thrives in dry conditions once established. You will receive a healthy, fully rooted plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos. Please note that listing photos show mature plants, while the plant you receive may vary in size depending on the season and growing conditions.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Rock Penstemon plant
✔️ Size: 1 Gallon trade pot
✔️ Shipped in nursery pot
✔️ Fully rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Rock Penstemon, Rock Beardtongue, Baccharis-leaf Penstemon
Botanical Name: Penstemon baccharifolius
Plant Type: Evergreen perennial
Growth Stage: Established plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Well-draining rocky, sandy, gravelly, or limestone-based soil
Watering: Low; drought tolerant once established
Mature Height: 1–3 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 7–10
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location with excellent drainage and avoid consistently wet soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering as the plant becomes established. Deadhead spent flower spikes to encourage a tidy appearance and continued healthy growth.