Penstemon x mexicali Shadow Mountain®

Scientific Name: Penstemon (Mexicali Group) 'Psmyers'

Also Known As

Penstemon x mexicali 'Psmyers'
Shadow Mountain
Shadow Mountain® Penstemon

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 15"-18"

planting zones

4b-8b

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Penstemon x mexicali Shadow Mountain® plant details

Penstemon x mexicali Shadow Mountain® is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer lavender flowers emerge. Grows well with mostly sun - mostly shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, clay and gritty soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon x mexicali Shadow Mountain®

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: lavender blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, floriferous, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon x mexicali Shadow Mountain®

USDA Zones: 4b - 8b
Sun exposure: mostly sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average, clay and gritty

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Lavender-blue cousin to RED ROCKSreg; Penstemon blooms from late spring through the summer. Very adaptable. Perennial. Garden loam, clay or sandy soil. USDA zones 4b-8 (up to 7,000').