Penstemon heterophyllus 'Margarita Bop'
Penstemon, Foothills 'Margarita Bop
Description
This is one of the easiest and most versatile California native plants. This is a hybrid Penstemon, which will produce beautiful, purple blue flowers through much of the year when spent flowers are removed. Foliage grows in low growing mats to 6"-8" tall and 12"-18" wide.
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Blue, Purple
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Green, Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Ranch, Wild Garden, Woodland
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Foundation, Parking Strip, Park, Parking Lot, Raised Planter, Roadside, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Fire Resistant, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Hummingbirds
Water Saving Tip:
Group plants with similar watering needs in the same area.