Common
name: Jones Penstemon
Latin name: Penstemon dolius
Annual/Perennial: Perennial
Flowers: May to June
Flower size: 1/2" to 3/4"
Found in: Plains to Foothills
Height: 2" - 8"
Invasive: No
Native species: No Useful in garden: Yes
Image taken: Grand County near William Fork Reservoir
Pictured
Wildflower: Jones Penstemon - Penstemon dolius
Wildflower
Field notes: Jones Penstemon is a common sight at lower
elevations. It prefers dry areas such as small clearings in
sagebrush or along roadsides. Jones Penstemon is a very low
growing Penstemon that looks similar to a Sedum when not in
flower. Penstemon dolius is very drought tolerant making it an
excellent candidate for the native rock gardens.
