Rydberg's Penstemon Seeds - 100mg Native Perennial for Pollinator Gardens

Rydberg's Penstemon (Penstemon rydbergii) is a native perennial wildflower prized for its upright stems of violet-blue to purple tubular flowers. Blooming in late spring to early summer, it adds vertical interest to meadows, rock gardens, and native plant landscapes. Its nectar-rich blooms attract bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and habitat restoration projects.

This hardy perennial is well-suited to low-water gardens and naturalized areas, where it returns year after year with minimal care. The 100mg packet provides a generous amount of tiny seeds for starting your own patch of this beautiful native penstemon.

Plant Features

• Native perennial wildflower
• Violet-blue to purple tubular flowers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Drought-tolerant once established
• Ideal for meadow and pollinator gardens

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Penstemon rydbergii
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or rocky soil
• Water Requirements: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8
• Bloom Season: Late spring to early summer
• Mature Height: 12-24 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Rydberg's Penstemon seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or directly outdoors in fall for natural stratification. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 14-30 days at 65-70°F. Once seedlings have two sets of true leaves, thin or transplant them to their final spacing.

Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first growing season to help plants establish, then reduce watering as they become drought-tolerant. Mulch around plants to suppress weeds and retain moisture, but keep mulch away from the crown to prevent rot. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage reblooming and maintain a tidy appearance.

What's Included

100mg of Rydberg's Penstemon (Penstemon rydbergii) seeds.