Hot-rock Penstemon
Penstemon deustus
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
6"–24" H × 6"–18" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, ID, MT, NV and 4 more states
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Hot-rock penstemon is a compact, drought-tolerant perennial that forms neat mounds of evergreen foliage. It produces clusters of tubular white to pale lavender flowers from May through July, creating an attractive display against its small, dense leaves.
In an HOA neighborhood
Hot-rock 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 native penstemon attracts bees and hummingbirds with its nectar-rich tubular flowers. The long blooming period provides consistent pollinator support through late spring and summer.
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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