Penstemon baccharifolius (Rock Penstemon) Native bee friendly Switchgrass is one of the

Switchgrass is one of the dominant species of the tallgrass prairie

Its compact size compared to the straight species makes it especially versatile in smaller garden spaces or designed landscapes where a tidy

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It is relatively drought tolerant in the shade

Skeleton-leaf Goldeneye appreciates supplemental water in the summer

Penstemon baccharifolius (Rock Penstemon) Native bee friendly Switchgrass is one of theRock Penstemon is a tough perennial with cherry red tubular blooms that attract hummingbirds. It is very drought tolerant once established and needs well drained dry soils. Moist, fertile soil will make it short lived. It does very well in rock gardens, dry creek beds, raised gardens or berms. Once established, it only needs to be watered periodically in extreme drought. It it is a perfect fit for a hot, sunny spot and performs well as a border plant