Mountain-pride
Penstemon newberryi
Last reviewed: July 2026
Mountain-pride (Penstemon newberryi) is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs or cats (aspca.org (opens in new tab), last reviewed 2026-05-21). If your pet shows symptoms after eating any plant, call the ASPCA at (888) 426-4435.
The USDA PLANTS Database (opens in new tab) does not flag Mountain-pride as toxic to livestock.
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–24" W
Bloom
May, Jun, Jul
Native to
CA, NV, OR
Pollinators
bees, hummingbirds
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Mountain-pride penstemon is a compact evergreen shrub with vibrant magenta-pink tubular flowers that bloom in late spring through summer. This drought-tolerant native forms a neat mound of deep green foliage and thrives in sunny, well-drained sites.
In an HOA neighborhood
Mountain-pride is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- May look less tidy if not given proper drainage
Wildlife value
The showy tubular flowers are excellent hummingbird attractors and also support native bees. This plant provides valuable nectar during its extended bloom period.
Common questions
- How much sun does Mountain-pride need?
- Mountain-pride grows best in full sun conditions.
- When does Mountain-pride bloom?
- Mountain-pride blooms in May, June, and July.
- Where is Mountain-pride native?
- Mountain-pride (Penstemon newberryi) is native to CA, NV, OR, per the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists.
- Is Mountain-pride toxic to dogs?
- Mountain-pride is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for dogs (aspca.org).
- Is Mountain-pride toxic to cats?
- Mountain-pride is not on the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center toxic plant list for cats (aspca.org).
- Is Mountain-pride toxic to livestock?
- The USDA PLANTS Database does not flag Mountain-pride as toxic to livestock.
- What pollinators does Mountain-pride attract?
- Mountain-pride draws bees and hummingbirds.
- Is Mountain-pride HOA-friendly?
- Mountain-pride is generally an HOA-friendly choice in the right placement, with low maintenance.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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