Royal Penstemon (Speciosus)

The Royal Penstemon (Speciosus) is generally described as a perennial forb/herb. This is native to the U.S. (United States) has its most active growth period in the spring and summer . The Royal Penstemon (Speciosus) has gray-green foliage and inconspicuous blue flowers, with an abuncance of conspicuous brown fruits or seeds. The greatest bloom is usually observed in the mid summer, with fruit and seed production starting in the spring and continuing until summer. Leaves are not retained year to year. The Royal Penstemon (Speciosus) has a long life span relative to most other plant species and a moderate growth rate. At maturity, the typical Royal Penstemon (Speciosus) will reach up to 2.5 feet high, with a maximum height at 20 years of 0 inches.

The Royal Penstemon (Speciosus) is usually not commercially available except under contract. It can be propagated by seed. It has a slow ability to spread through seed production and the seedlings have medium vigor. Note that cold stratification is not required for seed germination and the plant cannot survive exposure to temperatures below -33°F. has high tolerance to drought and restricted water conditions.