Penstemon Chiapas sp.
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Penstemon

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Among the most exuberantly blooming plants this side of the Mississippi, Penstemon is part of the enchantment of the West. A member of the Snapdragon family, even cultivated varieties retain a natural air, with dainty, long trumpet flowers and five (pent) prominent stamens.

Sturdy and easily grown, species vary from 1 to 5 ft. tall, and range in color from white to pink to purple to deep wine redone for every sunny spot. Trim after the first bloom to encourage a repeat flowering, and cut to the crown in winter for bushy growth next season.

Penstemon Chiapas sp. 

With striking small purple flowers and bold, light green opposite foliage, this sturdy Mexican native stands head and shoulders above the rest of our Penstemons. Impressed by its stature and drought tolerance, we collected it at U.C. Davis’ Perennial Demonstration Garden nearly twenty years ago.

Situate Penstemon Chiapas sp. alongside Salvia ‘Purple Majesty’ and a regal violet medley is yours to enjoy!

Blooms July–October.

Size: 4'–5' high x 2' wide; hardy to zone 9.

Penstemon Chiapas sp. (P-0111)
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