Silverton Bluemat Penstemon
Silverton bluemat penstemon is a small native plant that is found growing in southwestern Colorado and northern New Mexico. It has beautiful silvery, evergreen leaves.
In May and June, it bears an abundance of lavender-blue flowers. The attractive foliage maintains its mounded shape and beauty through the winter months. This is a small native plant suitable for rock gardens.
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Silverton Bluemat Penstemon
Silverton bluemat penstemon is a small native plant that is found growing in southwestern Colorado and northern New Mexico. It has beautiful silvery, evergreen leaves.
In May and June, it bears an abundance of lavender-blue flowers. The attractive foliage maintains its mounded shape and beauty through the winter months. This is a small native plant suitable for rock gardens.
Plant details
Botanic Name
Penstemon linarioides var. coloradoensis 'P014S'
Pronunciation
PEN-stem-on lin-ar-ee-OY-deez kol-oh-rad-oh-EN-sis
Mature Height
8 to 12 in.
Mature Spread
12 to 16 in.
Water usage
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
light lavender-blue
Bloom time
May and June
Colorado Native
Yes
Natural Habitat
species is native to Colorado, New Mexico and Arizona
Light Requirements
sun, part shade
Cold Hardiness
USDA zones 4-10
Elevation Limit
hardy to 8,000 ft.
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