Zones 2A, 2B, 3A, 3B, 10
Full, Partial
Moderate, Minimal
Penstemon mensarum
Grand Mesa Penstemon
Perennials, Flowers
Native to western Colorado. Herbaceous stems 2–3 ft. high and 1–1 1/2 ft. wide. Dark green basal foliage. In spring, the plant bears the most fiercely brilliant dark blue flowers of the cultivated penstemons. Excellent performer in mountain regions. Tolerates considerable shade and thrives with moderatewatering.
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