Rocky Mountain Penstemon

Rocky Mountain Penstemon (Penstemon strictus) is a hardy perennial native to the Rocky Mountains, known for its striking spikes of shades of purple, tubular flowers. Highly drought-tolerant and long-lived, it thrives in well-drained soils and is a favorite of pollinators, attracting bees, hummingbirds, and butterflies. Its evergreen foliage provides year-round interest, adding texture and color even when not in bloom. Rocky Mountain Penstemon pairs well with other native perennials like showy milkweed and sulphurflower buckwheat, making it a stunning addition to prairies, meadows, and xeric landscapes.