Palmer’s Penstemon

Penstemon palmeri

A splendid explosion of towering inflorescence, Palmer’s Penstemon is a drought tolerant and heat tolerant perennial of the Plantaginaceae family, and makes any garden appear lush and proud with minimal watering and care. A prolific self-seeder this plant is a food source for native bumble bees and hummingbirds.

Soil: well-draining, neutral to alkaline, low organic matter
Sun: full
Water: every few days when first planted, then only once or twice a month after established
Blooms: May to July

Other notes:
Do not deadhead if you want it to seed.