Plantaginaceae - Botanical Family

Basal leaves are elliptic and stem leaves are lance-shaped to oblong. Features white, two-lipped, tubular flowers (to 1.25" long) borne in panicles atop erect, rigid stems.

Native to New Mexico, Penstemon pinifolius (Pineleaf Penstemon) is a small evergreen shrub that grows between 2-5 feet tall. It features leathery, prickly-toothed, deep green needles that resemble pine needles, adding a unique texture and color to landscapes. This hardy, long-blooming little shrub has a breathtaking display of vinous-red or crimson flowers in late spring to summer. The flowers are very attractive to butterflies, hummingbirds and bees, providing a beautiful and vibrant focal point in any garden.

The Pineleaf Penstemon grows best in full to semi-shade and does well in areas with moderate water. It is a low-maintenance, easy-care plant and can tolerate cold climates, down to USDA Growing Zone 4-10. In colder regions, it is recommended to grow it in well-drained pots, where it can be taken indoors during the winter and stored in bright, cool locations until temperatures warm up enough to bring them back outdoors.

This versatile plant is an excellent choice for adding bold color and texture to any garden, and is sure to bring a dramatic effect with its bright red and yellow flowers and needle-like foliage. Its hardiness, coupled with its low maintenance requirements, makes this a great choice for beginner gardeners. The Pineleaf Penstemon is a great choice for those looking to add some beauty and color to cooler climates.

Most penstemons are herbaceous perennials, the remainder being shrubs or subshrubs.

Penstemon superbus, or Superb Beardtongue, is a small shrub native to Arizona, New Mexico, and North Mexico. Growing to a height of 2-5 feet, Superb Beardtongue is an eye-catching addition to any garden. To thrive, this plant needs full sun and moderate water, but it is also very drought tolerant and can handle dry conditions.

The blooms of Superb Beardtongue are a striking combination of pink, red, and crimson vinous flowers. Though beautiful, these flowers are also incredibly useful, as they attract a variety of pollinators, including butterflies and hummingbirds.

Grown in USDA Zones 5-10, Superb Beardtongue is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to add a touch of color to their outdoor area. For those living in colder regions who might be concerned about growing this plant in a pot, it is possible with some extra care. Be sure to use a pot with ample drainage holes and water the potting soil only when it is dry several inches down. Additionally, choose a potting soil that is lightweight and well aerated, and be sure to use a fertilizer, as Superb Beardtongue responds well to this extra boost.

With its easy care and stunning colors, Penstemon superbus is a must-have for any garden - especially those looking to attract butterflies and hummingbirds. Though this plant may require a bit of extra care for those living in colder regions, it is worth the effort for the long-lasting display of vibrant colors.

This vine is native to the mountain and coastal regions of Southwest Mexico and is also known as Purple Bell Vine. This, evergreen, low maintenance vine thrives in full sun to semi-shade and needs moderate amounts of water to thrive. This makes them a great choice for container gardening. They can be trained to climb up walls, trellises and other structures for a unique addition to any garden.

The Rhodochiton atrosanguineum has slow to medium growth, and its leaves and stems are covered in a velvety texture. Its leaves are often purple in color and its flowers are bell or funnel shaped and have an unusual black exterior with a bright purplish-pink interior, which gives it its common name "Purple Bell Vine". Other cultivars which are commonly grown, include the bright pink "Fuchsia" and the dark red "Maroon".

In warm climates, Rhodochiton atrosanguineum will bloom for most of the year but can be kept in bloom if kept in a cool, semi-shaded spot. In colder regions it can be grown as a perennial in a container and brought indoors during the coldest months. For best results, it should be grown in a light, well-draining potting mix and watered regularly but not left in soggy soil. Pruning should also be done to encourage growth and control size.

If grown in cooler areas, Rhodochiton atrosanguineum can survive the winter in pots or containers; although this should be done with care and caution. The pot should be moved out of freezing temperatures to prevent the roots from freezing and the foliage should be covered in a blanket to protect it from cold winds. The soil should not be allowed to completely dry out, but water should be reduced in winter. The Purple Bell Vine should be brought back inside when night temperatures drop below 35-40F. With appropriate care and conditions, it makes a dramatic and elegant addition to any home garden.

This is a low-growing shrub, distinctive for its long, drooping, usually leafless stems and the almost continuous clusters of small, bright red tubular flowers. Each plant produces many branches and is particularly effective when grown in a raised bed or rock garden so that the flower-laden stems hang down. Another species, R. sarmentosa, is a larger shrub with less showy flowers. Both varieties are attractive to butterflies and hummingbirds. Russelia will grow under both moist and dry conditions, but requires full sunlight and occasional pruning to flower well. Propagation is by division of old plants

America. Brilliant red blooms are a favorite of hummingbirds.

This dainty little plant is usually grown as a trailing plant in baskets, but can be used as groundcover. Keep soil moist, well drained, flowers will drop if underwatered.

It is usually sold as Bacopa 'Snow Flake' or Bacopa 'Abunda Blue'.

It forms a low bushy mound of dark green leaves, bearing short spikes of bright blue flowers in early summer for several weeks.