Penstemon strictus – Rocky Mountain Penstemon Live Starter Plant | 6–10 Inches Tall | Lavender Blue Flowering Perennial | Native Pollinator Plant | Summer Blooms

Add vibrant native beauty to your garden with Penstemon strictus, commonly known as Rocky Mountain Penstemon. This well-rooted starter plant produces striking spikes of deep lavender-blue tubular flowers in summer, creating a bold vertical accent in garden beds and naturalized landscapes. A favorite of hummingbirds and pollinators, this hardy perennial is easy to grow and thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Perfect for wildflower gardens, borders, or drought-tolerant plantings, it offers both beauty and ecological value. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live penstemon starter plant
✔️ Height: approximately 6–10 inches
✔️ Shipped in 2.5 x 3.5 inch nursery pot
✔️ Well-rooted, healthy plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Rocky Mountain Penstemon
Botanical Name: Penstemon strictus
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to light shade
Soil: Well-draining soil
Watering: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
Mature Size: 24–36 inches tall
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–9
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Avoid overly wet soil, especially in winter. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage additional flowering and maintain a tidy appearance.