Penstemon procerus var. formosus

Common Name:

Plant Type:
Evergreen perennial
Family:
Plantaginaceae (formerly in Scrophulariaceae)
Geographic Origin:
California
California Native?:
Yes

Plant Size:
6-8 inches high
Landscape/Garden Uses:
rock gardens
Flowering Season:
Summer

Flower Color:
Bright blue
Exposure:
Full sun
Soils:
Well-drained soil

Suggested Irrigation:
Moderate watering
Estimated Hardiness:
Hardy to 0 degrees F. or less

Matting penstemon from high elevations of California, Oregon and Nevada creeps around rocky slopes. Low dark green leaves form little rosettes; short stems carry clusters of blue purple flowers over the leaves in summer.