A creeping mat-forming shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring. Max Height 15cm. Max Spread 20cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon davidsonii var. menziesii
A creeping mat-forming shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring.
	
	
	Category: Alpines
	
	
							
											
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								| Generic | Penstemon | 
|---|---|
| Species | davidsonii | 
| Varietry | var. menziesii | 
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | violet, purple | 
| Soil | Gritty | 
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade | 
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen | 
| Height | 15cm | 
| Family | Scrophulariaceae | 
| Spread | 20cm | 
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Mat-forming | 
| Fragrance | FALSE | 
| Foliage Colour | green | 
| Flowers From | April, May | 
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained | 
| Protection | Sheltered site | 
| Hardiness | Hardy | 
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting | 
| Care | Keep moist in first year | 
| Border | Rock garden | 
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
| Propagation | 
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