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Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem'

Also Known As

  • Precious Gem Beard Tongue

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"-3'
  • W: 15"-18"

planting zones

  • 4a-10b

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Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem' plant details

Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with bronze and red foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: plantaginaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen bronze and red
Mature size: 15 IN - 18 IN - wide, 30 IN - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem'

USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

An Intrinsic Introduction! Bronzed foliage intensifies in cool weather but holds on till June when the pink flowers take over on red stems to 36" +. Full sun, average to well drained soil. Attracts hummingbirds.

Gardening facts about Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem' plant

How to Grow Penstemon digitalis 'Precious Gem'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • red
    • bronze
  • Flower Color

    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
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