Penstemon virgatus 'Blue Buckle' - Beardtongue - Photo courtesy of Jelitto® Seed

Beardtongue

Penstemon virgatus 'Blue Buckle'

  • Profuse display of spikes of violet-blue trumpet-shaped flowers
  • Glossy dark green lance-shaped leaves
  • Dwarf compact growing habit
  • Bloom Time: July to September
  • Flower Height: 30 cm
  • Foliage Height: 15 cm

ZONE:
5

COLOUR:
Violet-blue

HEIGHT:
12-15 cm

SPREAD:
40-45 cm

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Growing and Maintenance Tips:


Drought-tolerant. Showy perennial when planted in mass. Easy to grow in full sun in the perennial border. 

Additional Notes about Beardtongue:


The name penstemon is derived from 'Pente' (5) and 'stemon' referring to the five-stamened flowers.