Penstemon x Mexicali - Sunburst Amethyst. Aka: Mexican beardtongue. This is another beauty in the penstemon family. Erect stems coming up out of waxy green foliage that stays green throughout the heat. The tubular shaped flowers present with a rich purple hue and deep veined white throat. Easy to grow and will do well in a variety of soil types. Bloom time is early summer to later summer and does well in dry climates once established. It is drought resistant, and it's also safe to plant in ocean coastal areas because it is salt tolerant. To keep the plant more compact, cut back when it reaches about 12”. It will also self-sow, and can be divided every 3-4 years to prevent diseases and promote airflow to ensure healthy plants. Take care not to over- water. Commonly used for cutting flowers and in borders. Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies and Bees as well as other pollinators.
 
          25+  seed per pack      
 
Planting Zone: 4 - 9
 
Full Sun
 
Height: 20 inches - 28 inches
 
Width: 16 inches - 18 inches
 
Attracts Hummingbirds, Butterflies and Bees as well as other pollinators
 
Great cut or dried flowers
 
Resistant to Deer and Rabbit
 
Drought tolerant
 
I urge anyone buying seed to do their homework on germination, I have not raised and cannot raise many of these plants as I am sub-tropics here in St Augustine, Florida. All seed are NOT alike!  There are so many different factors in germination and not doing a search is throwing your money away. I want everyone to be successful when growing your flowers from seed it is the most rewarding experience in Gardening and you can do it, if you give the seed what it needs to grow. I always check 3 sites of info to choose how I will go about it. It is not hard to do, if you do it right!
SEED GERMINATION TIP!!!!!!!
ONLY GERMINATE A SMALL PORTION AT A TIME.
DON'T PUT ALL YOUR MONKEYS IN A BARREL.
Good Luck and Happy Planting!!!!