Blue Penstemon Strictus Flower Seeds for Planting

Product Description

Overview
Add elegance and color to your garden with Blue Penstemon Strictus Seeds, a hardy and drought-tolerant perennial known for its vivid blue, trumpet-shaped flowers. Also called Rocky Mountain Penstemon, this native wildflower thrives in sunny areas and attracts hummingbirds and bees, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens and low-maintenance landscapes.

Key Features

• Produces stunning spikes of bright blue flowers.
• Attracts hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies.
• Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance once established.
• Perfect for borders, rock gardens, or wildflower areas.
• Non-GMO and naturally hardy.
• Long blooming season from late spring to mid-summer.
• Excellent for dry, sunny landscapes.

Specifications

• Common Name: Blue Penstemon / Rocky Mountain Penstemon
• Scientific Name: Penstemon strictus
• Plant Type: Perennial
• Flower Color: Bright blue to violet-blue
• Blooming Season: Late spring to mid-summer
• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun
• Water Requirement: Low to moderate (drought-tolerant)
• Soil Type: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Soil pH: 6.0–8.0
• Hardiness Zones: 4–8 (USDA)
• Mature Height: 18–30 inches
• Spacing: 12–15 inches apart
• Germination Time: 14–21 days
• Germination Temperature: 18–22°C (65–72°F)
• Non-GMO / Organic: Non-GMO
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Lifespan: Long-lived perennial
• Special Features: Pollinator-friendly, drought-resistant, native to North America

Planting & Growing Guide

• Select a sunny area with well-drained soil.
• Sow seeds outdoors after the last frost or indoors 6–8 weeks before transplanting.
• Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; do not cover deeply.
• Water gently and keep the soil moist until germination.
• Thin seedlings to 12–15 inches apart once established.
• Water occasionally; avoid overwatering once plants mature.
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage extended flowering.