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Common Name: Blue Mountain Penstemon
Scientific Name: Penstemon rydbergii
Native / Introduced: Native
Main Uses:
~Disturbed land restoration
~Beautification projects
~Ornamental
Height: 1-2 feet
Colors: Blue violet
Flowering Season: Early Summer
Elevation: 7,000 - 10,500 ft
Soil Types: Most well-drained soil
Tolerances: Weak saline and acid
Sun or Shade: Full sun to partial sun
Minimum Precipitation: 16 inches
Lifecycle: Perennial
Planting Seed Rate: 1.5-3 lbs/ac
Estimated Seeds Per Pound: 850,000
Optimal Planting Season: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/8 - 1/4 inches
Stratification Required: For best results 2-3 months at 40 degrees
 
Description
Blue Mountain Penstemon, also known as Rydberg’s Penstemon, or Meadow Beardtongue or Penstemon rydbergii, displays vibrant blue-purple flowers and can grow up to two feet tall. Blue Mountain Penstemon is a perennial wildflower native to the western regions of North America, particularly in the Blue Mountains of Oregon and Washington. It is adapted to the Intermountain Region and grows native mainly in the mountains on open slopes and meadows with rocky soils. This wildflower produces stunning deep blue-purple flowers that bloom in late spring and early summer. 
 
This hardy showy wildflower is an attractive and low-maintenance choice for gardeners looking to add color and texture to their landscapes. The pollinator is also palatable and moderately drought tolerant. Its creeping rootstocks make it an excellent option for revegetation of disturbed sites and soil stabilization. 
 
Resources
NRCS Plant Profile: https://plants.usda.gov/home/plantProfile?symbol=PERYR
NRCS Plant Guide: https://plants.usda.gov/DocumentLibrary/plantguide/pdf/pg_peryr.pdf