Rocky Mountain Penstemon
Rocky Mountain Penstemon
Penstemon strictus
Plant type:
Forb
Lifecycle:
Perennial
Growing season:
NA
Cover:
NA
Seedling rate:
2.7
Soil
Acceptable soil conditions:
Loam,
Sand,
Gravel
Soil Conditions:
Acidic
Alkaline
Location
Min elevation:
6000
Max elevation:
10500
Counties:
Carson City,
Washoe
Reproduction & Growth
Growth rate:
High
Germination overall:
NA
Germination rate:
Slow
Germination requirements:
8-12 weeks of cold stratification required for seeds less than 2 years old. Does not tolerate soil compaction, requires good drainage.
Reproduction:
High
Establishment:
NA
Lifespan:
NA
Survival:
NA
Ecological
Best suited for these site conditions:
Cold
Low light
Best suited for these management goals:
Drought resilience
Erosion control
Forage production
Pollinator habitat
Wildlife habitat
Additional Information
Warning:
Commercial availability:
Commonly available
Citations:
Ogle et al. 2013.