Penstemon ‘Blackbeard

Beardtongue.

This penstemon is named after an English pirate known for his black facial hair.  Dark purple stems hold the lilac purple flowers with their white flaring tubes high above the mound of purple leaves.  Tolerates heat and humidity. Attracts hummingbirds and bees.

Height:
28-34″

Spread:
24″

Exposure:
Full sun

Bloom:
early to mid-summer

Zone:
3-8

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