Penstemon x mexicali (Sunburst Amethyst Penstemon)

Mature Height: 15-20”

Mature Spread: 12-18”

Hardy To: 7,000’

Water: Low

Exposure: Sun

Flower Color: Purple

Flower Season: Spring to Summer

Attracts: Butterflies, Hummingbirds

Resistant To: Deer

Description: An abundance of tube flowers spike up above ever- green leaves. The flowers of the Sunburst Amethyst Penstemon

are a rich purple with a white throat, and they are a magnet for butterflies and hummingbirds. This long-blooming perennial is deer resistant, drought resistant, and makes an excellent cut flower. Care: The Sunburst Amethyst Penstemon is a low-maintenance plant that is not fussy about soil type. It will grow in most any soil, including clay and sand. Trim after bloom to freshen. Clean up in the fall or spring. Divide every 3 to 4 years if desired.