Parry's penstemon
Penstemon parryi
Last reviewed: July 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
24"–36" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Feb, Mar, Apr, May
Native to
AZ, NM
Pollinators
hummingbirds, bees
Browse plants for this ecoregion
An evergreen perennial forb with a basal rosette of blue-green leaves and tall, slender spikes of bright pink, tubular flowers appearing in late winter to spring. Extremely drought tolerant, it thrives in lean, rocky, fast-draining soil and full sun as a vivid seasonal accent.
In an HOA neighborhood
Parry's 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
Early, abundant blooms provide an important nectar source for hummingbirds and bees.
Common questions
- How much sun does Parry's penstemon need?
- Parry's penstemon grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Parry's penstemon bloom?
- Parry's penstemon blooms in February, March, April, and May.
- Where is Parry's penstemon native?
- Parry's penstemon (Penstemon parryi) is native to AZ, NM, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- What pollinators does Parry's penstemon attract?
- Parry's penstemon draws hummingbirds and bees.
- Is Parry's penstemon HOA-friendly?
- Parry's 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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