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Penstemon mexicali Pikes Peak Purple

Family Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   5a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Spread 25 - 30 cm (10 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Penstemon mexicali Pikes Peak Purple (beard-tongue) bears faded fuchsia flowers during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Penstemon mexicali Pikes Peak Purple . This plant has a natural ability to resist rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.