A prostate shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring. Max Height 8cm. Max Spread 25cm. Flowers April to May. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Penstemon davidsonii var. menziesii ‘Microphyllus’
A prostate shrubby alpine with mid-green leaves and pretty, tubular-shaped, violet-purple flowers in late spring.
Additional information
| Generic | Penstemon |
|---|---|
| Species | davidsonii |
| Varietry | var. menziesii 'Microphyllus' |
| Common Name | |
| Flower Colour | violet, purple |
| Soil | Gritty |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 8cm |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 25cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Prostrate |
| 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 | |
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