{"product_id":"penstemon-nitidus-seeds-waxleaf-penstemon-drought-tolerant-native-wildflower-100mg","title":"Penstemon Nitidus Seeds - Waxleaf Penstemon Drought-Tolerant Native Wildflower 100mg","description":"\u003cp\u003ePenstemon nitidus, commonly known as Waxleaf Penstemon, is a hardy native wildflower prized for its waxy blue-green foliage and bright blue-purple tubular blooms. This drought-tolerant perennial brings a natural prairie look to rock gardens, xeriscapes, pollinator gardens, and native plant landscapes. Its nectar-rich flowers are attractive to bees and other pollinators, making it a useful addition to wildlife-friendly plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWaxleaf Penstemon forms a compact, clump-forming plant with smooth, gray-green leaves and upright flower spikes in late spring to early summer. It performs best in sunny, well-drained sites and is a good choice for gardeners seeking low-water, native species that support beneficial insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNative wildflower with waxy blue-green foliage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces tubular blue-purple flowers attractive to pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact, clump-forming growth habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWell suited to rock gardens, xeriscapes, and native plantings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Penstemon nitidus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herbaceous perennial wildflower\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, sandy or gravelly soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, clump-forming\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Space plants to allow good air circulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eWaxleaf Penstemon seeds benefit from a period of cold stratification to support germination. Sow seeds on the surface of a well-drained seed-starting mix and press them lightly into the soil, as light may aid germination. Keep the medium lightly moist but not waterlogged, and provide cool conditions during stratification. After germination, gradually increase light and airflow to encourage sturdy seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTransplant seedlings into a sunny, well-drained garden site once they are established and danger of frost has passed. Water regularly during the first season to help roots establish, then reduce watering as plants mature. Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils, which can cause root problems. Mulch lightly around plants to conserve moisture while keeping mulch away from the crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis listing includes 100mg of Penstemon nitidus seeds, packaged for planting.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824767631670,"sku":"FOLIA2-1207","price":15.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.6550308935_b999.jpg?v=1793004550","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/penstemon-nitidus-seeds-waxleaf-penstemon-drought-tolerant-native-wildflower-100mg","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}