Rocky Mountain Penstemon

Penstemon strictus

Rocky Mountain penstemon’s tall blue or purple flower spikes are loved by native bees. Serves as a host plant to 22 species of butterflies and moths, including 9 species that rely solely on this plant. Foliage remains throughout winter. This is a classic, easy to grow, long lived, and very drought tolerant penstemon.

Plant Details

Native Range: Native to western CO
Height: 2-3’
Spacing: 12-18”
Water Needs: Low
Soil: Prefers light, well-drained soil. Tolerates heavy soil.
Sunlight: Full sun (will tolerate part shade in hot areas)
Bloom Time: June-July
USDA Zone: 3-8
Life Cycle: Perennial

Shipping

Pick up, shipping, and delivery options available. We can ship anywhere in the contiguous U.S. except Arizona, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Washington, or Wyoming due to state regulations regarding agricultural imports.

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Penstemon strictus- Stephen Hornbeck 01.jpg | Stephen Hornbeck | Creative Commons Attribution 4.0
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