Penstemon palmeri is very tall with branching flower spikes than can reach 5’ tall.  Blooming in early summer, the very showy, large pink flowers are fragrant and have beautiful nectar guides in their throats. The base foliage is grayish and itself grows to 2’ tall. This perennial loves hot, dry climates and good drainage.  Needs NO SUMMER WATER ONCE ESTABLISHED. A good habitat plant, it is loved by bumblebees.