Mountain Pride (Penstemon Newberryi) is a perennial shrub in the Plantaginaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Penstemon newberryi is a bushy, mat-forming subshrub growing up to 30 cm tall with thick, leathery leaves and striking magenta-pink tubular flowers.

Mountain Pride

Mountain Pride

Penstemon Newberryi

Penstemon newberryi is a bushy, mat-forming subshrub growing up to 30 cm tall with thick, leathery leaves and striking magenta-pink tubular flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-8

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, rocky, loamy
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen plant, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Mountain Pride

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Prune
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Fertilize
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Repot
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Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Plantaginaceae
Genus:Penstemon