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Utah Penstemon

Penstemon utahensis

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Illustration of Utah Penstemon (Penstemon utahensis)

Utah Penstemon features striking blue to purple flowers that bloom in late spring. It is adapted to the harsh conditions of the Utah desert, making it a resilient species.

Habitat
It grows in desert areas and rocky outcrops.
Diet
Bees and hummingbirds are attracted to its vivid flowers.
How common
Rare

Best time to see a Utah Penstemon

The best time to see a Utah Penstemon is March–April, when about 63% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 1,142 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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