Penstemon strictus
The Rocky Mountain penstemon is blue to purple. The pinks are another variety. They are wonderful stately flowers and do well in arid conditions.
Penstemon strictus
Type: perennial Zone: 4,5,6-8
Elevation (if known): 6,000 - 10,000 ft.
Color: pink, blue Height: 2 ft
Ease of growth: easy
Bloom Time : Late Spring, Summer
Sun: yes Part Shade: no Shade: no
Water Needs: xeric
Native to: W US CO/NM native? yes
Deer Resistant: no Rabbit Resistant : yes
Soil : Average
Propagation: Seeds and divisions
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