Penstemon barbatus Pristine Lilac Purple

Beardtongue

$17.95 ea. (3+ discount) $17.50 ea.

Fall 2022

Plant Code: PEPL

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Tubular dark-purple flowers climb vertical spikes amid compact clumps of glossy foliage. Very low maintenance. Once established, Beardtongue is drought tolerant – an ideal xeric landscape plant. Native to North America, this carefree perennial thrives with little attention.

The nectar-rich flowers of Penstemon Pristine Lilac Purple are indispensable to pollinators like hummingbirds, butterflies and bees. In the wild, Beardtongue is among the first plants to colonize land that has been decimated from fire, erosion and road cuts.

Details

Type:	Perennials
Height:	Medium 15-20"
Spacing:	Plant 18" apart
Bloom Time:	Mid-Summer to Late Summer
Sun-Shade:	Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
Zones:	5-8 Find Your Zone
Soil Condition:	Normal, Sandy
Flower:	Purple
Accent:	Purple
Pot Size:	3.5" square x 4" deep

Features to Note

Beneficial for Pollinators
Attracts Butterflies
Good for Cut Flowers
Hot Dry Site Tolerant
Attracts Hummingbirds
Long-Blooming
Seaside/Salt Tolerant

Penstemon General Information

Penstemon are an American native with colorful tubular bell-shaped flowers. Will attract butterflies and hummingbirds and does well in a drier climate. Drought resistant once established. Waxy green foliage stays lush through summer's heat. Avoid too moist (wet feet). Songbirds feast on the seed in fall and winter. Idaho has restricted all potted plant material from being shipped into Idaho at this time.

Penstemon Plant Care

Best in loose, gravelly soil with good drainage. Pinching back taller varieties when about 12" tall will produce more compact plants. Can be divided every 3-4 years in spring by digging mature rhizomes and replanting. Will self sow. Foliage can be trimmed after blooming to freshen. Clean up in fall or spring. May benefit from dry winter mulch in colder zones.