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Common
name: "Red Mexican Penstemon"
Latin name: Penstemon x mexicale 'Red Rocks'
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Zone: 3
- 9
Elevation to: 7500'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 24" - 30"
Spread: 10" - 12"
Flowers: Yes, June - Sept
Flower type: Racemes
Native to area: Yes, Penstemon
whippleanus
Available varieties: 12+
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Pictured: Penstemon
'Red Rocks' |
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1999
Plant Select™ winner |
Cultivation:
Plant in full sun to light shade, in well drained soil. Tolerates
most soil types and drought well. Flowers are good for cutting and
attracting butterflies and humming birds.
Propagation:
Seed can be sown directly in the ground after danger of frost has
passed. For quicker growth... purchase pre-started plants at your
local Garden Center. Once established, plants can be divided in
spring.
Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare |
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