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Penstemon barbatus Pristine Blue

Beardtongue (Bearded Penstemon)

  • »  purple-Blue two-lipped tubular flowers
  • »  Flowers form clusters on dark stems
  • »  Lance-shaped to ovate medium green leaves
  • »  Bloom Time: Early to late summer

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Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
• Attracts Hummingbirds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Critter
• Deer Resistant
• Rabbit Resistant
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Summer
• Lt. Sum-Fall
Habit
• Clumping
• Upright
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Rock garden
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Additional Information about Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Blue'

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

Growing & Maintenance Tips for Penstemon barbatus 'Pristine Blue'

Drought-tolerant showy perennial when planted in masses. Easy to grow in full sun in the perennial border.