Penstemon, Rocky Mountain ~ Penstemon strictus
13-Apr-2011
Penstemon, Rocky Mountain ~ Penstemon strictus
This is the most common native penstemon of the central and southern Rocky Mountains. It is found on sunny gravel slopes and often frequented by hummingbirds and bumblebees. It has striking, deep blue with violet, tubular flower clusters along tall branching stems with long narrow deep green leaves.
Color: Blue/Violet
Height: 14-30
Type: Perennial
Climate: P.Sun/Sun-Dry
Seeds/lb.: 480,000
Rate: 1oz./150 sq. ft.
Bloom time: June to August
Zone: 4-9
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