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Palmer's Penstemon
Penstemon palmeri
In the United States:
Native
· also called palmer's penstemon, scented penstemon, palmer penstemon
Honeybees visit Palmer's penstemon for its scented nectar and pollen during the late spring bloom period, which peaks in May to June in arid regions. This short-lived perennial prefers full sun and well-drained, rocky soils, supporting foragers in dry landscapes but may need periodic reseeding as it doesn't persist long-term.
| Nectar | medium |
|---|---|
| Pollen | medium |
| Bloom (US) | April–July |
| Hardiness zones | 4-10 |
| Duration | ~30 days |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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