Cupleaf Penstemon
Penstemon murrayanus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
part sun
Water
low
Size
3"–6" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AR, LA, OK, TX
Pollinators
butterflies, bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Cupleaf Penstemon is a low-growing native wildflower that forms neat mats of small, cup-shaped leaves. It produces clusters of tubular flowers in spring, typically in shades of pink, purple, or white.
In an HOA neighborhood
Cupleaf Penstemon is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
Wildlife value
This plant attracts butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds during its spring blooming period. Its low water needs and native status make it valuable for supporting local pollinators.
Common questions
- How much sun does Cupleaf Penstemon need?
- Cupleaf Penstemon grows best in part sun conditions.
- When does Cupleaf Penstemon bloom?
- Cupleaf Penstemon blooms in March, April, and May.
- Where is Cupleaf Penstemon native?
- Cupleaf Penstemon (Penstemon murrayanus) is native to AR, LA, OK, TX, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Cupleaf Penstemon attract?
- Cupleaf Penstemon draws butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds.
- Is Cupleaf Penstemon HOA-friendly?
- Cupleaf Penstemon is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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