Red Rocks Penstemon
Red Rocks penstemon is an upright, slightly mounding perennial flower with narrow, dark green leaves. Bright rose, tubular flowers appear on spikes in early summer and are attractive to hummingbirds.
The combination of the dark pink flowers against the deep green leaves is very attractive. It is an easy-to-grow plant that works well in many landscapes throughout Colorado Springs.
Red Rocks Penstemon
Red Rocks penstemon is an upright, slightly mounding perennial flower with narrow, dark green leaves. Bright rose, tubular flowers appear on spikes in early summer and are attractive to hummingbirds.
The combination of the dark pink flowers against the deep green leaves is very attractive. It is an easy-to-grow plant that works well in many landscapes throughout Colorado Springs.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Penstemon x mexicali 'P008S'
Pronunciation
PEN-stem-on meks-ih-KAL-ee
Mature Height
14 to 18 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 14 in.
Water usage
One Droplet: Water twice per month or less, once established.
Two Droplets: Water about once per week, once established.
Three Droplets: Water about twice per week, once established.
Flower Color
reddish-pink
Bloom time
June to August
Colorado Native
No
Natural Habitat
hybrid from Mexican and American penstemons
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-8
Elevation Limit
hardy to 7,000 ft.
Performance
Red Rocks penstemon has grown in the Xeriscape Demonstration Garden for many years. It blooms reliably, has nice leaves, and has bright pink, pretty flowers. It is a good choice for Colorado Springs landscapes.
Maintenance
Remove old plant material in the spring before new growth starts. Removing the spent flowers will encourage some additional blooms.